Career Advisor

University of Wisconsin Stout•Green Bay, WI

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Career Advisor on the Career Planning & Professional Connections team at UW–Green Bay provides proactive, engaged, and supportive career advising to students to help them build intentional connections and succeed. The role builds relationships with students and advises them on self-discovery and reflection, understanding the world of work, experiential learning, advanced education, and job and internship searches. The Career Advisor leads and supports the team’s work in the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology, tailoring services to specific majors. The position designs workshops and programs, coordinates networking opportunities, connects students with work-based learning experiences, and develops relationships with employers, faculty, and staff. Career Advisors may also teach career-related courses. The role reports to the Director of Career Planning & Professional Connections and the Dean of the supported college, and is expected to help foster a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. This is a full-time Academic Staff appointment with a minimum compensation of $48,000. The home campus is Green Bay. The position may be performed on campus or on a hybrid schedule, subject to an approved telecommuting request, and may occasionally require travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan, or Manitowoc campus based on operational needs. The appointment is exempt from FLSA overtime provisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and experience working in education, recruiting, or a related area by the time of application.
Commitment to creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive experiences in a student-centered environment.
Demonstrated ability to build meaningful, quality relationships and commitment to student success.
Strong attention to detail, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills and comfort with public speaking.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining flexible and working collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience with resume writing, interviewing techniques, and internship and job search strategies.
Experience in student program development and implementation, including planning or facilitating seminars and workshops.
Background or work experience in a STEM-related field.
Experience working with students from underrepresented groups.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Navigate, Handshake, or other online recruiting systems.
Bilingual ability in Spanish, Hmong, Oneida, or Somali.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver career development programming and resource materials through various mediums to educate students.
Advise students and recent alumni individually or in groups on career exploration, self-assessment, skills, materials development, and career decisions.
Participate in the campus-wide career services community and provide leadership with input on advising, recruitment, and co-curricular programs.
Respond to questions and provide information about student services, policies, procedures, and employment preparation.
May identify and maintain a professional network of employers and other stakeholders to support students’ career exploration and employment opportunities.
Build relationships with students and advise them on self-discovery, the world of work, experiential learning, advanced education, and job and internship searches.
Lead and support career services efforts in the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology, tailoring services to specific majors.
Design workshops and programs, coordinate networking opportunities, and connect students with work-based learning experiences.
Develop intentional relationships with employers, faculty, and staff.
May teach career-related courses.
Contribute to a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance options.
AD&D and accident insurance.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Wisconsin Retirement System participation, with employer contributions beginning immediately and vesting after five years of service.
Supplemental retirement savings programs, including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
Paid leave, including nine legal holidays, personal holiday, sick leave, and paid parental leave for eligible employees.
Vacation for eligible employees, based on years of service and employment type.