Career Advisor

Starting Date: Immediately Job Description CALERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678 October 1, 2026 POSITION DEPARTMENT CTA LOCATION TBD REPORTS TO Career & Technology Academy Principal/Career & Technical Education Director ANNUAL WORK SUMMARY 10 months per year, 190 days per year, 7 hours per day. WAGE/PAY RATE FLSA STATUS Non-exempt APPLICATION DEADLINE October 31, 2026 EFFECTIVE START DATE Immediate Vacancy POSITION SUMMARY The Career Advisor supports the middle and high school career counseling program. Develops and implements programming that provides career and college activities for students in Grades 6-12. Supports high school students in connecting them to employment and apprenticeship programs during and after high school. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: At the time of application, the candidate must hold or be eligible for: Associate degree in human services, business, social science, educationor related field required. Ability to earn the Global Career Development Facilitator certification within the 1st year of employment Five (5) years of successful full-time work experience Successful supervisory or management experience preferred SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.) At the time of application, the candidate must have: Knowledge of career development, counseling principles, and group dynamics Knowledge of local training schools and community services/employment opportunities Knowledge of apprenticeship models Ability to accurately compile, analyze and present statistical reports and data Ability to effectively organize work, establish priorities, manage time effectively and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment Ability to use creativity and originality in designing programs, creating partnerships, and developing services Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with state officials, community partners, business representatives, co-workers and customers Ability to be flexible, act as a team player, and provide quality internal and external customer service Ability to contribute towards career counseling program resource development. Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions. Proven ability to carry an assignment to its completion. Possesses a valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance. Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the duties and responsibilities listed below. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES : Coordinates and supervises career development activities/programs, including college, technical school and business tours, job embedded field trips, employment and college fairs, and speakers. Encourages the use of, and assist students with, career interest and other assessment instruments Provides professional advisement to students on apprenticeship, career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials, education, occupational training, and work experience Access, analyze, and synthesize information, interest inventories, career surveys, etc. generated by students using career platforms approved by the school system Collaborates with industry and business partners to foster student experiences for the Career Counseling Program. Collaborate with school counselors to support the student’s post‑secondary educationand career interests. #J-18808-Ljbffr