Career Advisor

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Director of Advising, Center for Career and Professional Development, the Career Advisor works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to effectively deliver comprehensive career services to currently enrolled students across a variety of schools.


Career Advising
Advise assigned student and/or alumni about career related topics, such as exploring majors/careers, resume and cover letter development, job and internship search strategies, interview skills, etc. via face-to-face, phone or Skype like interactions.

Serve as a primary Student Relations Team liaison with the Experiential Learning program.

Offer cohesive services and support to students exploring and participating in experiential learning initiatives.

Outreach to students across schools and majors, providing information about opportunities, supports and programming

Administer career assessments to students and alumni for the purpose of career interest exploration and/or affirmation.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Lead career and professional program for affinity groups and various identity groups across campus e.g. Students of Color, Queer and Trans, First Generation, Women in the Workplace, Students with Disabilities, and work closely with strategic partners on-campus.

Support underrepresented students in their career education by engaging a network of alumni career mentors together with internal and Division partners.


Other Instruction and Programming
Collaborate with other University offices on programming.

Assist in sharing, managing and developing online platform/content.


Facilitate targeted presentations throughout the campus for faculty and staff.

Support planning and execution of large-scale events on campus, such as Career Week(s) Programs and Career Fairs.

Establish relationships with student clubs and organizations to secure co-sponsorship opportunities and bolster student attendance at events.



Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Three years experience in advising, working directly with students, a career services organization or Human Resources.

Ability to counsel and support students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Knowledge of cooperative education and/or career development and automated databases.

Knowledge of professional ethics and standards as noted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Professional skills demonstrated by collegiality, willingness to collaborate across the institution and outside of it, providing exceptional customer service to all constituents.

Must be able to attend regional and national conferences and workshops.

Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking.

Marketing and social media savvy with proven portfolio of work.

Ability to consistently meet goals and deadlines demonstrated by excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects.

Ability to work independently, with little supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals in a service environment.

Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Advanced computer skills, ability to research, collect, organize and maintain accurate records/data from a variety of computer databases.

Willingness to attend professional development meetings, conferences, employers and more, sometimes requiring travel and overnight stays.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.


Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field.

Three to five years experience within a career office in a higher education setting.

Skills Assessments - MBTI, strong Interest Inventory, strengths and/or other career assessment tools.


At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.



Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR : Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: View phone number on click.appcast.io /Email Address: View email address on click.appcast.io



Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references.

Department:

Center for Career & Professional Development