Career Counselor

• Research and analyze current employment trends.
• Guide students in determining their interests and abilities using a wide range of methods, such as aptitude assessments, interviews and planning materials.
• Under supervision of the Director of Career Services, assist Director with further development and implementation of various career related components.
• Educate students regarding resume building, interview skills and professionalism.
• Develop positive working relationships with faculty and administration.
• Assist with further improving student outcome, data utilization and cross functional approaches.
• Develop career services programs that will help students in exploring and planning career options.
• Conduct trainings, workshops, presentation other events to develop career planning and employability skills for students.
• Maintain contact with employers and assist with recruitment.
• Conduct mock interviews and job search strategies and execute outreach programs to promote career services among students.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Counsel individual learners, working with them to aid in the development of both hard and soft skills.
• Provide career counseling and career development sessions for students and/or alumni.

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in grant writing and proposals.
• Working knowledge of career development, career counseling, and assessments.
• Four to five years’ experience in counseling or related field.
• Experience in career/internship placement, interviewing, program planning and student services.

• Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, social sciences or related field.

• Ability to work independently and to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of grant writing and proposals.
• Ability to successfully relate well with students and be sensitive to their career needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to use basic computer software.
• Ability to interact with diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of computer-based career applications.
• Ability to follow-through and manage multiple assignments and program efficiently.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.