Career Advisor

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

The Career Advisor will serve as a lead in developing career programming and conducting career preparation activity for students and alumni including workshops, resume/cover letter services, collaborative presentations/programs, mock interviews, and internship/job search training. Collaborate with academic, student affairs, and enrollment management colleagues across campus to create customized training programs for students in particular colleges and/or career fields. Provide individual appointments and group assistance to students and alumni on all career development related needs. Support office events and operations such as career fairs, networking events, alumni engagement, admissions events, retention initiatives, and student life programs.

You will:

• Lead departmental development and execution of yearly programming related to career management and preparation services for students and alumni including workshop development on resume/cover letter services, mock interviews, and internship/job search training.
• Build collaborative relationship with faculty, academic support, and student affairs colleagues to ensure adequate programs and resources to meet customized needs of students and alumni with a wide variety of career interests. Develop targeted programming to prepare students for the job/internship search (resumes/cover letters, interviews, job offers, salary information, etc.)
• Collaborate with various student groups and departments to execute career development programs. Lead the creation and execution of creative programming to engage students.
• Work individually with students and alumni on career development related needs including career exploration, resume/cover letter development, job/internship searches, interviewing assistance, and graduate school preparation.
• Provide leadership and support to “Application Ready” initiatives including course delivery, content creation, resource management, and execution of events/programs to ensure students are ready to apply to partnership opportunities.
• Meet with and coach students (undergraduate and graduate) and alumni on a variety of skill and personality assessment programs to develop individualized career development plans.
• Utilize Handshake career management system for appointment setting and notes, career resource development, event management, and student engagement.
• Actively connect students and alumni with resources on career and graduate school options such as written and web-based materials, informational interview contacts, faculty, staff, etc.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

• Develop and maintain knowledge of local, regional, and national hiring trends as well as employer preferences for hiring college graduates. Develop and maintain knowledge of graduate schools, application trends, and testing requirements.
• Maintain departmental record and files and submits reports as required.
• Utilize numerous technologies including Handshake, career assessments and internal University technology for daily office operations and education programs.
• Other duties as assigned

You need:

Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or related field AND at least 2-3 years of related student counseling, coaching, or advising experience, preferably in a college career center OR appropriate combination of education and work experience.

• Experience working with students and alumni on career development needs including resumes, job searching, internships, interviewing, graduate school preparation, portfolios, and other career-related information and resources.
• Knowledge of career planning theory, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of career assessment instruments such as FOCUS Career Assessment, Holland Codes, and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Experience delivering career assessment and coaching to students from a wide array of academic programs and personal backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff on academic and career planning programs.
• Knowledge of issues pertaining to: first-generation college students, graduate students, international students, mid-career changers, and senior level alumni.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication. Ability to handle multiple tasks and work with constant interruptions.
• Proficiency with technology including Handshake, MS Office, online research, online career development tools, and other office technology
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace.

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.