What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Services Advisor position at SOUTH COLLEGE?
Description
South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing, applicants who are focused on transforming the lives of our customers/students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning with over 13,000 students covering 9 campuses and Online learning sites, offering a myriad of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs for our students.
In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.
We are now seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual for the position of Career Services Advisor to join our Student Services Department at the Pittsburgh (Online) campus.
Knowledge & Skills Required:
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop and present Career Services workshops.
Responsibilities of the Career Services Coordinator include but are not limited to:
1. Assist all graduates in securing in-field/related field employment in order to meet the institutional placement benchmark.
2. Work with industry/businesses to determine present and future employment needs and generate interest in South College graduates.
3. Coordinate job placements with prospective employers, determine job descriptions, and recommend graduates for interviews. Follow up on graduate placement.
4. Meet with students to provide resources and assistance with mock interviewing, resume and cover letter writing assistance, and job search strategies.
5. Assist in planning career services seminars for graduates, alumni, and the general public.
6. Maintain an electric file for each graduate that includes required documentation of employment. Enter placement information in student database.
7. Maintain statistical records on graduate employment, long-term and short-term.
8. Survey and compile annual statistics for graduates, employers as to job satisfaction with graduates, and alumni.
9. Coordinate job fairs on campus, attend community events to promote the college, and attend high school career fairs as requested.
10. Report to supervisor weekly on employment status of graduates and activities of the office.
11. Serve on college committees as designated
Requirements
This job is Full Time - On Campus role.
