Job Summary
The Career Advisor provides comprehensive career development and professional employment services to students and alumni interested in various careers through career-related advising, assessment, resume approval, individual student job search assistance, and development and delivery of workshops/classes on a variety of career topics.
Additional Department Summary
The Career Advisor provides comprehensive career development and professional employment services to students and alumni in the Culverhouse College of Business. Supports students through career-related advising, assessment, resume review/approval, interview skills, employer research, etc. Provides individual student job search assistance and develops/delivers workshops and classroom presentations on a variety of career topics.
Provides career-related advising, assessment, resume review/approval, individual student job search assistance, development, and delivery of workshops/classes on a variety of career topics. Functions as a Career Advisor for students and alumni in the Culverhouse College of Business. May serves on a variety of related committees. Assists with outreach to faculty/staff and student organizations. Assists with planning, development and organization of special events for the Culverhouse Career Center. Increases knowledge and proficiency with campus recruiting software, identifies and reviews print and web-based career resources, and contributes to the continued development of the website. Coordinates with the other career services and college staff, as well as other university units when appropriate. Completes required training related to laws and regulations, which supports a more hospitable, respectful, and safe work environment.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher and some experience.
Skills and Knowledge
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher with at least one (1) year of experience in career services, student services, business, human resources management, or counseling.
Background Investigation Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
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