Career Services Advisor

Platt College Los Angeles, LLC.•Alhambra, CA

2d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Career Services Advisor works with the Director of Career Services to implement a program of activities and services that facilitate the placement of graduates and promote the goals of the college. Platt College Los Angeles consists of four Southern California campuses located in Alhambra, Ontario, Riverside and Anaheim. Platt offers certificate and degree programs in several subject areas including school of graphic design, business and legal studies, medical sciences, and information technology. Since our opening in 1985, Platt College has been dedicated to the principle that education is the foundation for personal and professional growth, and that students should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. At Platt College, our mission is to provide a balanced program of instruction for our students to help them acquire the specialized knowledge and skills they need to take advantage of exciting career opportunities in many of today’s in-demand fields. We at Platt College continuously update our offerings to best serve the needs of students and employers in today’s dynamic Southern California business environment.

Requirements

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Internet)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn and interpret academic standards and admissions policies
Self-starter with a strong focus on customer service
High School Diploma or equivalent required
1 year previous experience working with students or in a customer service environment

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement all on campus Career Services activities (e.g., resume and interview workshops, career fairs, open houses, alumni luncheon, etc.)
Work with Program Chairs to offer a range of guest speakers, workshops, and field trip opportunities
Assist with the monitoring of social networking or job sites as assigned
Remain in constant contact with alumni to ascertain job search prospects and offer assistance
Timely and properly complete phone calls and paper work associated with employment verifications
Assist Career Services Director in the development of community relationships that give students a chance to give back to the community while at the same time allows the community to learn about the college and its programs
Ensure a successful first term transition for new students through in-person meetings aimed at introducing key career services resources to new students
Assist in the administration of all student surveys according to the survey timeline
Other duties as assigned
Establish periodic progress reports to assure results are monitored and corrective action applied.
Prepare and present to the Director of Career Services a term review report comparing actual results to plans at the conclusion of each term, with objectives and planned activities identified for the next term
Actively provide assistance to other departments
Actively seek ways to provide assistance to other departments in achieving operation objectives not necessarily under direct control or accountability
Promote a positive image and attitude to students and staff members across all departments
Work closely with all departments to ensure that student concerns or inquires are resolved.
Ensure excellent customer service and professionalism to all current students, prospective students and co workers in all departments at all times