Career Advisor (Full-Time)

High Point University is seeking a full-time Career Advisor in the Career and Professional Development department, working with students in most majors supporting them in their professional pursuits of future internships, employment, or advanced degrees. This position will also be the lead Career Advisor on our Internship Guarantee program working closely with students and our Director of Corporate Relations.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact the Vice President, Doug Hall, [email protected].

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Master’s degree in counseling, higher education administration/student development, or related field

Experience and Training:

• One to two years of career counseling or related experience, preferably experience in career development in an institution of higher education
• Preferably one to two years of experience working in a recruitment or selection function in an organization

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Knowledge of organizational recruitment and selection strategies to maximize potential of students to attain high-quality internships and jobs
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to build rapport with students and faculty
• Outstanding professional communication and writing skills
• Strong presentation, technology, and social media skills; active presence on LinkedIn
• Familiarity with Handshake software system preferred
• Familiarity with WordPress software preferred
• An exemplary “can do” attitude that will lead to excellent customer service
• A commitment to being a team player who adjusts to changing work environments and organizational priorities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

• Assists students with the exploration of appropriate career options, career development, internship and job search advising through individual career counseling appointments and group settings
• Administers career-related assessments and assist students in interpreting results, including but not limited to StrengthsFinder, CareerLeader, and other assessments pertaining to one’s personality, interests, values, and workplace preferences; certification for assessments preferred but not required
• Helps students determine the most appropriate fit for an academic major/minor and related careers
• Prepares students to apply to competitive graduate schools, providing assistance with application process, personal statement and C.V. development, and interview preparation
• Coaches students on how to develop and leverage a professional resume and LinkedIn profile
• Assists students with internship and job search process, facilitating professional networking with alumni; disseminate employment and internship opportunities to appropriate faculty and students
• Conducts mock interviews to prepare students for phone, Skype and face-to-face interviews
• Conducts outreach and develop and facilitate classroom presentations and workshops in collaboration with appropriate faculty
• Teaches career exploration and relevant business courses
• Contributes to university initiatives and committee meetings as needed; in particular, develops strong relationships with chairs, department heads and faculty across campus.
• Develops general knowledge and understanding over time of the related professions and opportunities represented by HPU majors and maintains familiarity with education, training and career opportunities and expectations
• Learns existing and develops programming that strengthens students’ preparation for internships, graduate school, and full-time jobs 
• Analyzes data about use, interest, and value of presentations, one-on-one appointments, and programs
• Represents HPU as needed during special events, including Family Weekends, Orientation, and Early Registration that may occur on nights and/or weekends
• Works closely with the faculty across campus and Career & Professional Development staff members in planning of employer development activities including employer visitations, job fairs, career programs on-campus recruiting, and the development of job and internship leads
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development and/or Vice President  

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Reports to Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development 
• Works closely with Career and Professional Development team  • Interacts frequently with university and community partners