Career Services Specialist

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information work experience and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed the software is intelligent but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the My Experience section you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV as well as all other supporting documentation in the My Experience section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Career Services and Academic Advising at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University the Career Services Specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting students career development. This position provides personalized career counseling facilitates workshops and organizes job fairs and recruiting events. The Career Services Specialist collaborates with the campus Employer Relations Specialist students alumni faculty and employers to enhance students career planning networking opportunities and transition from school to career. Additionally this role maintains the online recruitment system (Handshake) and promotes career services through marketing efforts. The Career Services Specialist is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds and encourages their professional growth.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out the mission of the career services office. Provides career counseling and referrals to support students career development including clarifying objectives and obtaining occupational information.

• Provides career planning assistance through appointments with individuals online assistance and regularly scheduled workshops with groups.

• Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative working relationships with students alumni faculty employers and the general public. Initiates contact with employers.

• Assists students with career development and the planning process including obtaining information on companies current opportunities for employment and hiring practices and making the transition from school to career.

• Plans and implements job fairs and on-campus recruiting events.

• Distributes information on internships summer jobs and local part-time jobs.

• Maintains the online recruitment system and works closely with Handshake to maintain/update the career services website.

• Promotes the office to students alumni and employers through a variety of marketing efforts.

• Initiates career outreach to diverse student populations supporting their transition to Bloomfield College with sensitivity to their cultural socioeconomic and historically marginalized backgrounds.

• Maintains regular office hours and drop-in availability both in person and virtually to accommodate student needs across campus.

• Encourages students to engage in self-reflection and cultivate a growth mindset.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

• A minimum of two years of experience in direct interaction with individuals from diverse racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to engage effectively with students faculty families and administrators from diverse backgrounds.

• Proficiency in computer skills including Google Suite email and the capacity to adapt to web-based advising applications (academic planning tools Handshake and early alert systems (EAB Navigate/Starfish).

• Ability to adapt communication styles and adeptly utilize learning technologies.

PREFERRED:

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Proficiency in a second language.

Salary Range

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits including health insurance retirement plans and tuition assistance. For further details please visit:

Montclair State University considers factors such as but not limited to scope and responsibilities of the position candidates relevant work experience education skills and internal equity when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

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Contact Information:

For questions or concerns please contact Human Resources Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2) or email talent@.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at
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