Texas Woman's University · 1 day ago
Career Consultant - 12220
Texas Woman's University is a higher education institution seeking a Career Consultant to provide specialized career counseling and advising to students. The role involves collaborating with faculty and stakeholders, delivering workshops, and developing career-related programs to assist students in achieving their career goals.
Responsibilities
Provides individual and group career counseling and advising
Recommends, administers, and interprets standardized career assessment inventories, including but not limited to: FOCUS2, MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, card sorts, etc
Provides occupational information
Develops and presents workshops, programming and occupational information to various audiences, including employers
Performs operations of Handshake, the Center’s online job/internship search resource including approving uploaded student resumes and writing/updating articles
Develops and maintains industry technical knowledge and operations, with regard to programs including but not limited to: Handshake, FOCUS2, Optimal Resume, Blackboard, Canvas, and social media (LinkedIn)
Attends peer staff meetings, trainings, and occasional off-campus training/workshops throughout the year. Participation in external professional associations is necessary
Conducts research on trends in career development and workplace readiness, and apply knowledge of learning strategies and techniques to help create appropriate, cutting edge programs and content
Develops curriculum for and conducts career development related workshops and class presentations
Markets and implements career related programs and gathers data to analyze program effectiveness
Designs and updates career-related handouts, tip sheets, worksheets, and presentation (in-person and online) to facilitate career education
Evaluates and determines validity of online resources for Center
Updates staff on activities and issues
Works collaboratively with faculty and staff in all areas of the university
Acts as a liaison to one or more colleges and provides reports on activities and program outcomes
Assists with annual Career Fairs and Career Networking Receptions, and other program/events as necessary
May work remotely in Dallas or Houston
May develop and maintain web page information for career counseling/advising topics
Maintains effective communication and provides high quality customer service to students, faculty, staff, and employers
Creates effective marketing strategies/materials to increase participation in Career Connections Center initiatives
Participates in the development and delivery of departmental and Student Life Division initiatives and assist other staff with implementing programming
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Higher Education or a related field required. Significant professional experience may be substituted for a master's degree
One year of experience in the field of Higher Education with preference in Career Services
Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position
Advanced knowledge of career development theories, coaching, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; and learning and motivation
Knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and practice, workshop and program design
Knowledge of print and online career resources
Advanced knowledge of industry and job market trends
Advanced knowledge of LinkedIn and other social media tools
Ability to work collaboratively with colleges and schools, the Pioneer Center for Student Excellence, and student life units
Ability to work autonomously and as a team-oriented individual that is able to work evenings and weekends as needed
Ability to provide and analyze statistical data for periodic and end of year reporting
Ability and familiarity with computer applications in a career services setting
Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relations with students, faculty, staff, and the public
Ability to communicate effectively orally, by phone, electronically, in person, and in writing
Ability and willingness to occasionally travel on behalf of TWU and Career Connections Center
Understanding of social media for communication with students
Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including university related software and email
Company
Texas Woman's University
Educating women since 1901. Co-ed since 1994. At Texas Woman's University, we are pioneers in healthcare, business, education & liberal arts.