Career Advisor, Engineering Career Assistance Center, Cockrell School of Engineering

University of Texas at Austin

1d•$47,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Career Advisor is responsible for delivering first-rate career services for Cockrell School of Engineering students and alumni to aid them in making informed career decisions, gaining practical experience and transferable skills, preparing for an effective job search, and finding suitable accommodation post-graduation. This position also focuses on leading multiple career service or administrative programs such as career fairs, career workshops, first destination reports, externship, classroom outreach, first year interest groups, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three years of experience coordinating student programs, recruiting, student advising/mentoring, and/or other related responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to work with and support students and their families.
High energy, team player with strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with all levels of constituents; students, parents, faculty and other staff members.
Demonstrated professional demeanor.
Proven ability to take ownership of programs and innovate new ideas for continuous improvement.
Able to work independently and in teams with overlapping projects.
Solid proficiency with standard applications in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Suite.
Quick learner of online and technology tools such as online databases, platforms, and applications.
Familiarity with video and web conferencing software such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
Strong attention to detail.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Able to work in a multi-faceted environment with tightly scheduled programs and deadlines.
Appreciation for and knowledge of engineering/STEM education and knowledge of The University of Texas at Austin and the Cockrell School of Engineering.
Knowledge of UT Austin undergraduate student processes and relevant administrative systems.
Experience coordinating program with academic or experiential components.
Experience in career services.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual advising sessions to help students/alumni make informed career decisions and to aid in preparation of job application materials.
Provide expert guidance on year-by-year career planning.
Direct students/alumni to relevant career tools and online/campus resources.
Coordinate programs and perform duties which may include externships, supervising student staff, tracking graduate accommodation via first destination reports, etc.
Provide exceptional front of house customer service to students, employer guests, prospective families, and visitors of the university.
Deliver career workshops and topical outreach presentations to general and targeted student populations.
Produce marketing, promotional material, and social media content for owned programs.
Stay up to date with current trends affecting campus recruiting, job market, immigration, etc.
Assist with logistical and administrative details for career fairs, office-related events, and departmental events.
Collaborate with a student mentor to lead and facilitate a cohort for the First Year Interest Group program.
Performs other related duties as assigned.