Job Number: JR102195
The University of Mississippi – fondly
referred to as Ole Miss – stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to
nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member – student, faculty, and staff – can achieve their fullest
potential.
Join the Ole Miss Family – Build Your Legacy Here!
Department:
Career Center
Job
Summary:
Advises students on career planning, develops a comprehensive recruiting communication strategy, and establishes an
extended professional network to effectively promote and market students and programs to local and national employers.
There is no
“typical” day in the Career Center; however daily activities could consist of scheduled appointments to provide personalized guidance
related to a client’s career aspirations, exploring career options, discussing job and internship opportunities, reviewing resumes,
administering and interpreting career assessments, conducting mock interviews and coaching clients on how to research employment
opportunities.
Career Advisors also facilitate workshops on topics like job searching/networking, LinkedIn optimization, and how to
choose a major, for example. Career Advisors should be familiar with industry trends or specific fields of interest pertaining to the career
communities for which they are assigned. Career Advisors will also need to dedicate time to build connections with employers, faculty and
university staff to develop partnerships and to source opportunities for students. This will involve sending emails, making calls, and
organizing and/or attending networking events. The Career Advisor will be responsible for developing new programs to support client or
academic department needs, updating career resource materials, and analyzing data from surveys or conducting qualitative reviews to improve
service offerings.
In this role, the Career Advisor will also be responsible for course preparation, planning lectures and
interactive classroom activities, and grading assignments. There will be times when the Career Advisor will have to facilitate workshops or
attend networking events after hours. Flexibility is essential ,as no two days are alike for the Career Center team, and this is what makes
the Career Center an exciting place to work.
Success will be measured based on the Career Advisor’s ability to relate well to
clients, to build effective relationships with the Career Center team and their stakeholders, to reach or exceed metrics as outlined in
strategic planning initiatives, complete tasks and accomplish goals within projected time frames, receive positive evaluations from
supervisors, peers, and clients, and develop strong collaborations with campus partners. In addition, success will be measured by the Career
Advisor’s personal growth in developing new skills, innovation, taking on challenges, and growing within the role.
Job
Description:
- Counsels and advises students and recent alumni individually and in groups about career exploration,
self-assessment, and career decisions. - Serves as the main point of contact for prospective employers providing advice and
information about recruitment, engagement and hiring students, and addressing employer needs. - Provides students information about
career planning and employment opportunities and coaches students through the recruiting process. - Schedules logistics and secures
resources for on-campus recruiting activities. - Delivers presentations and workshops for academic departments and student
organizations to increase student interest in employee recruiting programs.
Job Responsibilities:
The core
responsibilities/ skills for this role include the following:
- Counseling and Advising Skills: experience providing one-on-one, group,
and educational advising; ability to assist students with career planning, decision-making, goal-setting, job search strategies,
researching, and graduate admissions processes - Communications Skills: strong oral and written communication abilities for advising,
workshops and presentations, and creating career materials; excellent interpersonal communication to connect and work with diverse student
populations, employers, alumni, faculty, staff and other internal and external stakeholders. - Organizational Skills: program
development and planning expertise to create and execute workshops, presentations, and career related events; ability to manage and
supervise working learners and volunteers effectively to coordinate career services activities. - Understand of Career Development
Theories: familiarity with student- and career development models, theories, best practices and assessment tools; ability to apply these
frameworks effectively in advising and teaching roles. - Technical and Analytical Skills: knowledge of career services software
products and computer technologies to prepare presentations, data analysis, reports, and correspondence; proficiency in creating employment
correspondence and other professional documents; competence in completing reports, correspondence and conducting research
projects. - Instructional Skills: ability to design and deliver an engaging Career and Life Planning course with experience in
curriculum development, teaching, and fostering an interactive learning environment.
Additional relevant skills include cultural
competence, teamwork and collaboration , flexibility, adaptability to changes in policy and schedules and new technology, and the capacity
to balance advising, teaching, and program development responsibilities. Applicants should also demonstrate a passion for student
development and experiential learning.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Masters degree is preferred for
this position. - A resume and cover letter with express interest in this role, detailing experience related to career services and
other related qualifications are requested.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s
(Required)
Experience:
Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required
Compensation:
$46,904.00 -
$70,366.40
Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the
Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the
interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice,
education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal
opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex,
pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military
status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Background Check
Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations
for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a
financial (credit) report or driving history check.
