Career Advisor 1

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $20.68 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.


Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Career Advisor 1 provides entry-level, student-facing career advising and programming support within the Center for Career Success, with a primary focus on Healthcare and Arts and Culture Career Interest Areas (CIAs). This position is responsible for delivering 1:1 advising and programming, supporting students and alumni in career exploration and application preparation within these culture career interest areas. The career advisor will also assist with First Destination Survey and Summer Experience Survey data collection efforts.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Healthcare careers advising and programming support: provide individual advising appointments focused on healthcare career pathways, including pre-med, pre-dental, nursing, and related tracks. Support students in developing application materials such as resumes and cover letters, and mock interviews. Assist students in identifying and pursuing clinical, service, research, and other experiential opportunities aligned with their goals. Develop and support existing programming for Healthcare students to support their career development and professional growth. Contribute to the composite letter process through the preparation of advisor assessments following established guidelines and under the guidance of the Director of Pre-Professional Advising and Career Outcomes. (58%)
2. Arts and culture careers advising and programming support: provide individual advising appointments focused on Arts and Culture career pathways, including Art, Design, Performance, Communication, Entertainment, Culture, and Media roles. Support students in developing application materials such as resumes and cover letters, and mock interviews. Assist students in identifying and pursuing internships and other experiential opportunities aligned with their goals. Develop and implement programming for Arts and Culture students to support their career development and professional growth. Work together with the Arts and Culture Career Consulting Intern to draft and distribute the bi-weekly newsletter to Arts and Culture students. (20%)
3. Assist with collection of student outcomes data, including surveys such as the First Destination Survey and Summer Experience Survey. Conduct outreach to students and alumni to gather missing or incomplete data and review and clean submitted information to ensure accuracy and completeness. Maintain organized records and tracking systems to support reporting needs and ensure data collection aligns with established timelines and processes. (20%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Support large, medium, and small scale events at center for career success including career fairs, networking events, and other workshops. (1%)
2. Perform other duties as assigned. (1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Continuous contact with center for career success staff, with strong emphasis on joint work with the healthcare careers team and the director of pre-professional advising and career outcomes to exchange information.

University: Regular contact with the division of Student Affairs, those departments under its supervision to exchange information; regular contact with faculty and staff of the university to coordinate actions and communication required to meet university objectives.

External: Regular contact with employers and alumni.

Students: Frequent contact with students, including undergraduate, graduate, and alumni regarding career education programs and events.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervision of staff employees.


QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Minimum 6 months to 2 years of relevant experience in advising, student support, or career services.

Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.


REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and professional written materials.
2. Strong presentation skills, with the ability to deliver clear, engaging, and professional presentations.
3. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and support data collection, entry, and tracking processes.
4. Ability to follow established processes and handle confidential information with discretion
5. Familiar with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite - especially Excel - with the ability to quickly learn new software programs such as Salesforce.
6. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
7. Willingness to learn and work with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.
8. Ability to meet consistent attendance.
9. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment. This position is eligible for the staff hybrid work program.


Hybrid Eligibility

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.


EEO Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodations

Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at View phone number on click.appcast.io to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.


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