Career Services Advisor

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group career advising to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni
• Support students in career exploration, resume and cover letter development, interview preparation, networking, LinkedIn optimization, internship searches, graduate school planning, and job search strategies
• Deliver workshops, classroom presentations, and career development programming in collaboration with campus partners
• Create career-related content and communications using digital platforms and communication tools
• Research and share information related to internships, career opportunities, graduate schools, conferences, and professional associations
• Support implementation of Career Services initiatives designed to promote career readiness across the student experience
• Build relationships with faculty, student organizations, Student Life departments, alumni, and employers to strengthen student engagement and career opportunities
• Support employer relations efforts and assist with updating information and communications through the ERM platform
• Assist with marketing and communication efforts including newsletters, email campaigns, websites, social media, and promotional materials
• Coordinate logistics for career events, workshops, presentations, and employer engagement opportunities
• Provide front desk support including greeting visitors, responding to emails and calls, and supporting daily office operations
• Schedule presentations, workshops, and employer events while supporting event setup, coordination, and follow-up activities
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned in support of Career Services initiatives and university priorities

Requirements

• Passion for supporting student growth, career development, and professional readiness
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and campus partners
• Experience providing coaching, advising, mentoring, or student support services in individual and group settings
• Ability to facilitate workshops, presentations, and student engagement programs with confidence and professionalism
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external employers and partners
• Ability to create engaging career-related content and communications across digital platforms
• Customer-service orientation with a welcoming and student-centered approach
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred
• Bachelor's degree and/or two to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to be empathetic to the needs of a culturally diverse student body
• Preferred experience with event planning and coordination
• Preferred experience with Google Suite, Canva, Career Forge, and relevant social media platforms
• Strong computer skills to support marketing, communication, and data management
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Additional Information

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

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