Career Advisor, Office of Career Services

Kean University•Union, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Career Advisor (Professional Services Specialist 3), under the supervision of the Associate Director of Career Readiness and Education, delivers career planning and internship services for students across Kean University campuses, including Union, Kean Ocean, Kean Jersey City, and Kean Skylands, and provides guidance and assistance to Wenzhou-Kean University in China. The role focuses on career outcomes and career readiness, including career advising, student internship enrollment, internship course management, and delivery of internal programs that support students. The Career Advisor supports students’ short- and long-term career preparation and management so they can achieve their career and educational goals. The position requires travel among campus and off-campus locations for employer collaborations, internship engagement opportunities, field-site visits, and related activities. The schedule is flexible and includes evening and weekend hours. Employment may require work at any Kean New Jersey campus or affiliated work site, with location assignments based on operational and university needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
Two years of professional experience in student support services, career services, human resources, a business environment, or a related field; a Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of required experience.
Ability to develop and foster strong professional relationships with students, alumni, employers, faculty, and administrators.
Marketing experience and/or ability to develop and implement effective strategies to promote and increase involvement in programs and services.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to travel to other campus and off-campus locations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Three years of professional experience working with students in an institution of higher education coordinating career services and internships.

Responsibilities

Oversee a caseload of students for career counseling and advising.
Conduct internship course delivery and manage internship courses.
Counsel students regarding internship and full-time job opportunities, career preparation, and planning.
Present to students on NACE competency development.
Provide vision and direction through effective academic and employer collaboration.
Contribute to hiring initiatives led by the Office of Career Services.
Deliver career planning and internship services across Kean University campuses and provide guidance and assistance to Wenzhou-Kean University.
Perform related work as required.
Travel to campus and off-campus locations for employer collaborations, internship engagement opportunities, and field-site visits.