Career Counselor

St. Norbert College a nationally ranked private Catholic liberal arts college is seeking a Career Counselor. This position provides career counseling coaching and programming to students and alumni empowering them to explore career paths make informed decisions and successfully pursue their professional goals. Through individualized guidance and innovative programming the Career Counselor helps students and alumni make meaningful connections and contribute to the world through a purposeful career development process.

This is an on-site position requiring regular attendance on campus.

Specific responsibilities:

• Provide individualized career counseling and advising to students and alumni on major and career exploration graduate school preparation internships and job search strategies through in-person virtual phone email and walk-in appointments. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of advising interactions.

• Review and provide constructive feedback on professional career materials including resumes cover letters personal statements graduate school applications and other career-related documents.

• Develop and deliver engaging presentations workshops and interactive programs for student groups classes and campus events on career-related topics including major and career exploration career assessments graduate school preparation internship and job search strategies resume writing and interviewing. Some evening and weekend participation may be required.

• Administer interpret and remain current on career assessment tools to effectively guide students and alumni through the career exploration and decision-making process.

• Develop and maintain career resources educational materials marketing content and programming that support student career development and internship and employment success.

• Plan coordinate and support career development events programs and workshops including managing event logistics and assisting with major office initiatives.

• Collaborate with colleagues to support the initiatives and strategic goals of the Academic Advising and Career Development Center and the College. Participate in professional development opportunities professional associations and required institutional training.

• Support additional Academic Advising and Career Development Center functions including employer relations and academic advising as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters in Counseling Education Higher Education or a related field preferred.

• Certification in MBTI and Strong Interest Inventory is encouraged and preferred.

• Valid Drivers License Required.

• 3-4 years of experience in career counseling.

• Knowledgeable in all career-related topics including: services overview career decision-making assessments internship search resume and cover letter writing interviewing professional dress job search strategies graduate/professional school search and others.

• Skilled at using career assessment instruments; presentation delivery; and computers proficiently.

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to the value of a liberal arts education and to articulate the connection of a general education to career development.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and provide exceptional customer service including effectively resolving conflicts and addressing concerns.

• Strong organizational time management and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities meet deadlines and successfully manage events programs and projects from planning through completion.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Google Workspace and other technology platforms with the ability to quickly learn new systems and software.

• Sound judgment problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently and exercise discretion.

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to effectively engage large audiences.

• Ability to serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism collaboration and initiative.

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials licensures training or experience that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Benefits package:
The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health dental vision and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver.

Application instructions:
Applications received by Friday August 21 are ensured of receiving full consideration. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

St. Norbert College (SNC) a Catholic Norbertine and Liberal Arts College provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual spiritual and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world our roots traditions and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.

At SNC our commitment to communio the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one is grounded in the principles of dignity truth and justice. Consistent with these principles St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant inclusive and spiritually engaged community ( Weekly Hours:

40

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the job if work is similar related or a logical assignment to the job. Percentage of time may vary widely depending on the needs of the position during any particular time period. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.