Career Service Advisor

Westcliff University•Irvine, CA

About The Position

What if I told you it is possible to find a Company that lived to educate, inspire and empower others while creating a family atmosphere that truly appreciates and respects their team? Would you apply? What if I threw in strong Company values, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity for you to make a tangible impact and feel appreciated? See below for a feel of what the Company culture is (REALLY) like. Hint: it's amazing. At Westcliff, we are constantly striving to be the best while valuing each of our team members as human beings and succeeding together! Westcliff is a leader in innovative global education. We are respected for our transformative, technologically advanced programs and initiatives with a focus on excellence, social responsibility, and diversity. Our tagline – “Educate. Inspire, Empower.” – is a summary of our Mission Statement. As it suggests, the main focus of our University is to strive to enhance the opportunities of our students and employees to enjoy success through empowerment, as a result of their education and hard work. With diversity and inclusion at the forefront of Westcliff’s core values, we promote a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness regardless of, but not limited to, race, gender, sexual orientation, family status, religion, ethnicity, national origin, physical disability, veteran status, or age. By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll be playing a significant role in our growth, having an opportunity to put your personal touch on Westcliff’s progress as we grow and succeed together! Job Summary The Career Development Advisor (CDA) advises students regarding career interests and strategies, job search methods, resume preparation and related matters including personal and professional development. The CDA coordinates and assists in student job search readiness, search execution and job placement for students in accordance with Westcliff University policy relating to placement.

Requirements

Coaching experience
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and to develop credibility
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Database management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Ability to make evaluative judgments
Interviewing skills
Ability to develop and deliver presentations
Associate Degree required.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred in a related Administrative, Business, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences or Special Education discipline.
At least 2-4 years of proven success directly related to HR, people development experience, career services or employer talent operations strongly preferred.
At least 1-2 years corporate B2B relations, sales, corporate outreach or marketing experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Contacts and existing business relationships in the market a plus

Responsibilities

Meet established goals and objectives as provided by the Director
Ensure accurate entry of all placement activities into the Career Services Portal
Work with local and national managers to identify job opportunities for each pending graduate, assist in gaining an interview and winning the job
Maintain positive relationships with employers to place current and future graduates.
Engage and actively partner with students from admissions to employment with activities such as: mock interviews, professional workshops, resume writing, and workforce preparation
Assist students in the job search and advise them on procedures for obtaining employment
Partner with students, alumni and employers to schedule employment interviews.
Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
Conduct graduate exit interviews and required graduate paperwork to determine and evaluate job interests
Conduct follow up activities with students and employers regarding resume submissions and interviews
Develop relationships with new employers on consistent basis to generate placements exceeding 75% of graduates; no less than 70% during the Annual Reporting period for the graduates available for placement
Enters all activity, student/grad/employer information and job orders into database properly and in real-time
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned