Career Advisor

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for two Career Advisor/Coach positions in the Office of Career Services. The career advisor/coach will assist students to identify, develop, revise and achieve realistic career and academic goals and plans. The career advisor/coaches will report directly to the Director of the Office of Career Services. AA/EOE 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: 
• Administer and interpret career assessment instruments and assist students in creating individualized career plans. 
• Advise and assist students as they prepare for externship/internship/job opportunities by reviewing and critiquing resumes, cover letters and related job search documents; conducting mock interviews and providing feedback; and maintaining records to monitor and evaluate student progress. 
• Advise students individually or in groups regarding job search skills. 
• Build and maintain strategic relationships and collaborate with key constituents (colleagues, faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, employers) to provide targeted messaging/advertising to students. 
• Provide consultation and organizational assistance to departments/divisions in the development of specific career-related events. 
• Work closely with faculty and staff members in the planning and coordination of career outreach programs such as job fairs and any major-specific career events. 
• Disseminate all employment related opportunities to appropriate faculty, organizations, and students and assist students in contacting employers and/or completing job applications. 
• Research, evaluate, and maintain online resources for a variety of career issues, academic majors and career fields. 
• Maintain on-going professional development via involvement with relevant professional associations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.