Career Development Advisor

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Daytona Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Career Development Advisor supports the Worldwide Center for Career and Professional Development by providing career guidance and resources to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni. This position assists with career planning, resume development, interview preparation, networking, and the administration of the Co-op/Internship (COIN) Program. The Career Development Advisor also supports career events and conferences, student and alumni orientations, career-related technology and resources, placement data collection, and the development of instructional materials, presentations, newsletters, and social media content. The position collaborates with the Daytona Beach and Prescott Centers for Career and Professional Development, the ERAU Alumni Association, the Office of Professional Education, and other university departments. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, adaptable professional who enjoys working with students and building relationships while supporting career development initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–3 years of related work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide career guidance and support related to resumes, interviewing, networking, and career planning.
• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and make appropriate decisions with limited supervision.
• Proficiency with digital technology and the ability to learn and utilize career services systems and software.
• Professionalism and the ability to interact effectively with students, alumni, colleagues, and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in higher education.
• Experience supporting career development, student services, internships, or career-related programs.
• Excellent business communication skills.
• Familiarity with career services platforms and resources.

Responsibilities

• Providing career guidance and resources to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni.
• Assisting with career planning, resume development, interview preparation, and networking.
• Administering the Co-op/Internship (COIN) Program.
• Supporting career events and conferences.
• Assisting with student and alumni orientations.
• Managing career-related technology and resources.
• Collecting placement data.
• Developing instructional materials, presentations, newsletters, and social media content.
• Collaborating with other university departments and centers.

Benefits

• Up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year (3 days upon hire, 15 accrued).
• 9+ paid holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day).
• 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree for the employee.
• Discounted tuition rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• ERAU contributes 6% of base salary to retirement plan.
• ERAU offers a 4% matching contribution to retirement plan with no vesting period.
• 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees.
• 18 days of personal leave for exempt full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level