Career Services Specialist

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application. The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application. Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed - the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate. In the "My Experience" section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents. Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application. Job Description SUMMARY : Reporting to the Director of Student Success Programs at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University, the Career Services Specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting students' career development. This position provides personalized career counseling, facilitates workshops, and organizes job fairs and recruiting events. The Career Services Specialist collaborates with students, alumni, faculty, and employers to enhance students' career planning, networking opportunities, and transition from school to career. Additionally, this role maintains the online recruitment system and promotes career services through marketing efforts. The Career Services Specialist is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds and encourages their professional growth. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Carries out the mission of the career services office. Provides career counseling and referrals to assist students with the career development process, including clarifying objectives and obtaining occupational information. Provides career planning assistance through appointments with individuals, online assistance, and regularly scheduled workshops with groups. Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative working relationships with students, alumni, faculty, employers, and the general public. Initiates contact with employers. Assists students with career development and planning process, including obtaining information on companies, current opportunities for employment and hiring practices, and making the transition from school to career. Plans and implements job fairs and on-campus recruiting events. Distributes information on internships, summer jobs, and local part-time jobs. Maintains online recruitment system and works closely with Handshake to maintain/update career services website. Promotes office to students, alumni, and employers through a variety of marketing efforts. Initiates career outreach efforts to various student populations, fostering their transition to Bloomfield College with sensitivity to diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and historically marginalized backgrounds. Maintains regular office hours and drop-in availability both in-person and virtually, accommodating student needs across campus. Encourages students to engage in self-reflection and cultivate a growth mindset. Performs other duties as assigned. Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time. QUALIFICATIONS : REQUIRED : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A minimum of two years of experience in direct interaction with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, families, and administrators from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in computer skills, including Google Suite, email, and capacity to adapt to web-based advising applications, academic planning tools), Handshake, and early alert systems (EAB Navigate/Starfish). Ability to adapt communication styles and adeptly utilize learning technologies. PREFERRED : Master's Degree from accredited college or university. Proficiency in a second language. PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions. Department BC_Student Success Programs Position Type Professional - Non-Faculty Contact Information: For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2) , or email . EEO/AA Statement Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit:

Created: 2024-10-29