Professional Career Advisor

EDSI Solutions • TX

116d • $58,000 - $58,000

About The Position

The Professional Career Advisor will have employer-facing roles to help customers explore careers, apply for opportunities, and connect them with employers that interest them most. This person will review the customers’ job experience and discuss career aspirations, concerns, and uncertainties, and guide them through the journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience with specific industries such as manufacturing, education, healthcare, etc. is desirable.
• Possess an educational background to support career coaching decisions.
• Must be organized and able to efficiently handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated telephone, problem-solving, computer, and written communication skills.
• A working knowledge of MS Office.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of companies and industries across the region, including what skills and experience local area employers prefer and require.
• Provide advice on how to best apply to companies/industries.
• Knowledgeable about Workforce Solutions’ targeted industries and high-skill, high-growth occupations.
• Provide up-to-date, accurate, and relevant labor market information to help a customer in his/her job search.
• Utilize Workforce Solutions proprietary career pathway framework for identifying and leveraging a client’s transferable skills.
• Collaborate with the customer to develop a comprehensive service plan that outlines action steps and an overall employment goal.
• Provide comprehensive resume reviews, including professional social media profile optimization.
• Use WorkInTexas.com and other search engines to identify jobs that meet the candidate’s skill set.
• Assist customers in making career and job search decisions using digital resources.
• Use good judgment when suggesting the benefit of individual help from other Workforce Solutions staff or community resources.
• Other opportunities as available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree