Responsibilities:
* Oversee two career communities including advising students in the career communities and planning programs for each community.
* Provide support for the Career Lab program.
* Implement the job shadowing program in collaboration with the Sr. Associate Director of Career Education / Advising.
* Support curriculum and career initiatives in collaboration with key campus partners.
* Support the delivery of the career advising process within the Career Connections Center and beyond.
* Support the career development timeline with milestones for each year and connect them to areas such as the Curriculum and Careers initiative, the Navigator, RLH curriculum, and Academic Advising.
* Research and identify appropriate career readiness activities with employers, faculty, external partners, and alums for students.
* Intentionally work on initiatives to expand opportunities for a diverse group of students, including but not limited to first-generation students, students of color, LGBTQ+ students, etc.
* Work with campus partners such as Student Leadership and Programming and Residential Life and Housing to create and facilitate programming and communities focused on early career exploration.
* Provide training, development, and resources for faculty to support career readiness with their engagement with students.
* Collaborate and present career-related programming and job-search strategies workshops for undergraduate students across all majors.
* Engage in holistic career advising, drawing from academic advising, career counseling, and student development theories; Clark University academic requirements, resources, and national best practices.
* Advise students on identifying appropriate academic and career options, assessing and exploring those options, and developing concrete academic and career goals.
* Advise students on negotiating offers, overall ethical/professional conduct, resume/cover letter writing, informational interviewing, interview preparation, internship/job searching.
* Respond to e-mail, phone, and in-person inquiries from current students.
* Advise or refer them appropriately.
* Maintain student files and records.
Planning and Management:
* Leverage the Division of Student Success unit to increase the engagement of all students in the following areas: ISEA, Residential Life, Academic Advising Center, and FYSAs, through the training & development of elected and selected student leaders.
* Research and stay informed on local, regional, and national hiring practices, employment trends, and other labor-related issues.
* Maintain current and timely outreach records and communicate regularly with team members.
* Contribute to designing, creating, and maintaining print and online employer/partner resources.
Participate in the growth and development of the Center, Division, and Clark University:
* Support key initiatives and experiences within the Division of Student Success and the University, such as opening weekend, orientation, commencement, family weekend, traditional events, etc.
* Serve as a responsible committee representative as requested.
* Attend necessary meetings and inform staff regarding relevant information.
* Promote efficiency and courtesy throughout the University community and ensure that it is consistent with the Division of Student Success mission and values.
* Remain cognizant of the University's mission and identity, the constant promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the importance of student voices.
* Communicate effectively with your supervisor concerning the pertinent unit and/or University matters.
* Other duties as assigned that are within the best interest of the division and department.
* Prior experience working with and contributing to a diverse workplace with the ability to interact.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
* One to three years of experience in a University environment working directly with an undergraduate population in a career services related function.
* Demonstrated understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
* Exceptional organizational and presentation skills.
* Knowledge and understanding of technologies relevant to career services.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Must be self-directed with the ability to work independently.
* Ability to organize, analyze, prioritize, and problem-solve within a fast-paced office environment with frequent interruptions.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other staff as well as members of the Clark community.
* Ability to work with large and small groups of students.
* Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations.
* Ability to analyze and address students' educational, personal, and professional needs.
* Familiarity with academic advising, career advising, and/or student development theories a plus.
* Available to work some nights and weekends.
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