Career Advising Specialist

Office of Student Affairs

Exempt, Regular, Full Time, Pay Grade 1.3

Job Location: Remote

The Career Advising Specialist will provide intensive and targeted job search assistance to students and alumni groups for specific employer recruiting events, as well as general career advising, to non-traditional students and alumni. Focusing on the School of Integrative and Professional Studies students and graduates the chosen candidate will use both online and face-to-face platforms to develop and deliver workshops and seminars on job seeking strategies and career-related topics, internships, and career options; administering career assessments, assisting with choosing a major, and the job search process; and providing information on graduate school programs and the application process. The successful candidate will also assist the team in conducting employer and on-campus outreach activities and assist with the development and delivery of career-related workshops and networking events.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Intensive job search preparation: work closely with the employer relations team and academic program directors to identify and prepare target groups of students and alumni for specific employer hiring events; oversee and deliver intensive resume review and subsequent interview preparation

• Career advising: provide career coaching online, by telephone, and in person for UMGC transitioning military and veteran students and alumni; administering and interpreting career assessment inventories when appropriate; providing assistance to students and alumni with career planning, resume writing, interview techniques, internships, and job search skills

• Educational programming: assist with the planning and execution of career-related virtual and face-to-face workshops, seminars, and networking events to meet the needs of transitioning military and veteran UMGC students and alumni

• Employer relations: assist in establishing and maintaining employer relationships; assist in the organization of virtual and face-to-face job fairs, other networking events, and the maintenance of the online jobs database

• Other job-related duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.

• The successful candidate must have four (4) years of experience providing career advising services, including the use of career assessments.

• Knowledge of developing and critiquing resumes and cover letters.

• Previous direct experience in career advising and translating military experience to civilian careers for transitioning military and veterans.

• Knowledge of effective interviewing skills.

• Effective presentation skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of federal hiring practices and labor market trends.

• Experience with online job and internship boards and career services web-based tools.

• Excellent customer service skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in counseling, human resources, college student personnel services, higher education, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning is preferred.

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in providing career and/or internship advising in a college/university setting, as well as experience with CSO Interface, career services software, the MBTI, the Strong Interest Inventory, and Microsoft and Google applications.

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at [email protected]. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.

Hiring Range:

$58,000.00 - $62,000.00