Career Counselor (AP26-044)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Career Counselor (AP26-044). As a premier metropolitan university SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE

Employing more than 2400 faculty and staff members SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year the Universitys presence generates almost 9000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Counsel individuals and groups throughout all phases of career development including exploration preparation and job search.

• Help students identify and overcome barriers to selecting a major and determining career direction and assist with decisions related to personal and career goals.

• Administer and interpret career assessments for individuals and groups.

• Assist with writing cover letters résumés thank-you letters graduate school applications job applications and other professional correspondence.

• Teach networking skills interviewing skills and effective internship and full-time job search strategies.

• Guide students in using campus and career resources such as informational interviews online tools Cougar Jobline career fairs internship recognition processes professional attire support and social media.

• Conduct presentations and workshops on a wide range of career-related topics.

• Masters degree in counseling college student personnel psychology or related degree; course work should include foundations or psychological measurements and the measurement of interest and personality

• 1-3 years of experience with career counseling especially in higher education career counseling or advising.
• National certification in administering and interpreting the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Interest in working with students with disabilities and student veterans
• Demonstrated experience with one-on-one unsupervised career planning appointments
• Demonstrated experience writing critiquing and reviewing student resumes
• Ability to present in large and small group settings
• Event planning or project management experience in career services
• Familiarity with Career Services databases (12Twenty Handshake Symplicity)
• Ability to create classroom presentations on career related topics using PowerPoint or other media

  
  

• Must be available to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Requires strong communication skills.
• Position may involve extended periods of time sitting at a desk extended periods of time standing at events departmental tables and presentations and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs for departmental activities.

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience including start and end dates of employment and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre-Employment Screening:All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and where applicable other background checks such as a drug screen verification of employment and education or licensure/certification reference checks and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation:If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation please reach out to us at or via email at.

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.