Career Services Advisor

Description This position will work at ECPI University’s Richmond/Emerywood, VA campus location Transform your Career at ECPI University Since 1966, the dedicated employees at ECPI University have helped students achieve their goals via practical training and career-focused education with over 50 Associates, Bachelor's and Master's Programs. Our culture is to prioritize our students’ success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum. The Career Services Advisor works closely with ECPI University’s recent graduates, alumni, and students to optimize their career opportunities. Career Services Advisors provide career planning assistance to students and graduates to include training on interviewing skills, resume preparation, and job search strategies. In addition to sourcing employment opportunities for graduates via campus recruiting, personal visits/phone calls to employers, events and direct referrals, Career Services Advisors actively seek and develop business partnerships with employers to establish an employment pipeline for ECPI University students and graduates. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Provides one-on-one coaching to ECPI University graduates in all aspects of their job search including personal marketing, interview skills, and resume writing. Participates and provides support to student-focused Career Services events and seminars. Collaborates with students and graduates to help implement an effective strategy for their professional job search. Provides excellent customer service to students, graduates, and employers. Maintains accurate student information files in accordance with all ECPI University policies and procedures, all applicable federal and state regulations, and all accrediting agency standards and requirements. Employer Engagement Initiates, develops, and manages business partnerships with employers to establish career and networking opportunities for ECPI University recent graduates, alumni, and current students. Actively and routinely seek employer feedback and research industry trends; build and maintain strong relationships. Assists employers in the prescreening process and coordination of interviews. Coordinates employer visits, advisory boards, recruiting events, job fairs, networking events, and career development workshops. Other duties as assigned. Requirements 2-3 years of related experience—recruiting, staffing, business to business sales, or career coaching. Resume writing certification is a plus. Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training. Skills and Abilities Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and efficient under deadlines, with strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills. Proficient in internet research, social media, networking, Microsoft Office, and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce). Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with a commitment to exceptional customer service, including thorough follow-up and follow-through. Skilled at independent and team-based work, with a focus on coaching, guiding, and serving as a role model for students and graduates. Dedicated to supporting employment success for others while upholding ethical standards, university policies, employment laws, and accreditation guidelines. Benefits of Employment With your hard work, ECPI University will provide full-time employees with great benefits including: Competitive compensation & benefits plans including 401(k) participation with potential annual employer contributions. Our Tuition Scholarship program is eligible to employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment. Additionally, you will work alongside talented professionals to help our students change their lives through education. If you are seeking a stable work environment, comprehensive training, personal and professional growth opportunities, and job satisfaction knowing your work makes a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you and discuss the opportunity. ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr ECPI University