Career Advisor, School of Management
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 25, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
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Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first- generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $34,000 - $36,000 (60%, 10-month appointment)
The School of Management (SOM) at Binghamton University, State University of New York seeks a Career Advisor who will provide individual and group career counseling/job search coaching to students. The goal of the position is to help students make informed career decision; explore occupational choices suited to their needs and skill set; prepare for an effective job search and connect with internship and fulltime employment opportunities.
In addition to meeting with students, the career advisor may also be involved with the planning and execution of career education programming (e.g., career networking events and class presentations).
Salary and benefits are aligned with SUNY UUP member negotiated benefits. The position reports to the Director of SOM Career Services.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist and guide students through the occupational exploration and career decision-making process.
- Teach and coach students in self-directed job search strategies. Provide resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn critiques, and interview skills training. Instruct students on how best to use on-line resources for researching employers and current employment opportunities.
- Determine appropriate assessment instruments and interventions required to assist students with skill development as part of the job-search process. Analyze and interpret career assessment results to inform career counseling/job search coaching sessions.
- Assist with and/or coordinate logistical details for career and job search workshops, class presentations, career networking events, and other special career events.
- Develop strategic alliances with the academic and employment community. Identify employment opportunities and market recruitment services to existing and new employers.
- Promote employer recruitment services to students (e.g., on-campus interviews, career networking events, coffee chats, etc.).
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, set goals, and develop systems for achieving those goals.
- Aptitude for learning in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Effective problem solving and organizational skills.
- Sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
- Commitment to higher education and students' success.
- Ability to create and maintain professional networks.
Requirements:
This is an in-person position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, human resources, business or other related field
- At least 2 years of experience in career services, higher education, human resources or recruiting
- Master's Degree
- Prior experience working for corporations
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov
Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/
Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."
Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.
For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=171903
Deadline for Internal Applicants: February 7, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
