Career Services Advisor

South College•Marietta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are now seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual for the position of Career Services Advisor to join our Student Services Department at the South College Marietta campus. This job is a Full-Time - On Campus role. South College is one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning. We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive work environment where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of our culture. We serve over 20,000 students across 10 campuses and utilize Competency Based Education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
1-3 years’ experience at a college or university setting
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to develop and present Career Services workshops.

Responsibilities

Assist all graduates in securing in-field/related field employment in order to meet the institutional placement benchmark.
Work with industry/businesses to determine present and future employment needs and generate interest in South College graduates.
Coordinate job placements with prospective employers, determine job descriptions, and recommend graduates for interviews, follow up on graduate placement.
Meet with students to provide resources and assistance with mock interviewing, resume and cover letter writing assistance, and job search strategies.
Assist in planning career services seminars for graduates, alumni, and the general public.
Maintain an electric file for each graduate that includes required documentation of employment.
Enter placement information in student database.
Maintain statistical records on graduate employment, long-term and short-term.
Survey and compile annual statistics for graduates, employers as to job satisfaction with graduates, and alumni.
Coordinate job fairs on campus, attend community events to promote the college, and attend high school career fairs as requested.
Report to supervisor weekly on employment status of graduates and activities of the office.
Serve on college committees as designated.