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Job Title: Career Development Specialist - Career Center
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62128
Department
The FSU Career Center
Responsibilities
This position supervises daily Career Center advising and counseling operations, including direct career advising and counseling of students, supervision of career advisors and counselors in training, allocation of staff resources, and maintenance of service quality. This position serves as primary liaison between the Career Center and designated departments and colleges that serve First Generation College Students, and is responsible for developing relationships with stakeholders to create an environment of collaboration that focuses on developing strategic, intentional programming that engage students with the Career Center and focuses on the career development and development of employability skills for First Generation College Students. This position will engage directly with students, faculty, staff, academic advisors, and other stakeholders critical to student success and engagement with career center services and programs and will serve as dedicated liaison to Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (C.A.R.E.). The position oversees successful implementation of all related functions, and reports to the Sr. Assistant Director for Career Advising and Counseling.
Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and six years of relevant experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62128
Department
The FSU Career Center
Responsibilities
This position supervises daily Career Center advising and counseling operations, including direct career advising and counseling of students, supervision of career advisors and counselors in training, allocation of staff resources, and maintenance of service quality. This position serves as primary liaison between the Career Center and designated departments and colleges that serve First Generation College Students, and is responsible for developing relationships with stakeholders to create an environment of collaboration that focuses on developing strategic, intentional programming that engage students with the Career Center and focuses on the career development and development of employability skills for First Generation College Students. This position will engage directly with students, faculty, staff, academic advisors, and other stakeholders critical to student success and engagement with career center services and programs and will serve as dedicated liaison to Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (C.A.R.E.). The position oversees successful implementation of all related functions, and reports to the Sr. Assistant Director for Career Advising and Counseling.
- Train, develop, and provide case supervision for career advisors and career counselors-in-training, and coordinate staffing patterns and service delivery logistics in accordance with professional ethics and requirements for accreditation.
- Author, edit, and design print and web-based career information resources and evaluate/recommend resources for the Career Center Library collection. Design & deliver career development workshops to university and community groups. May instruct or co-instruct undergraduate career development courses on an as needed basis.
- Provide direct career advising and career counseling services to clients on a drop-in, individual appointment, & group counseling basis. Maintain appropriate records and make referrals to appropriate university and community resources.
- Act as liaison to university academic colleges, departments, or programs, as well as offices throughout the Division of Student Affairs, who serve and support First Generation College Students, and specifically a liaison to the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement.
- Participate with the Program Director in policy-making and interpretation at the program level, including management of technology resources, communication with vendors, and ensuring accessibility of services.
- Teach career-related courses such as SDS 3340, Introduction to Career Development (serve as co-instructor/lead instructor for one section of SDS 3340, Introduction to Career Development (as needed).
Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and six years of relevant experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.