University of California - Irvine
Senior Career Counselor
University of California - Irvine, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Who We Are
Founded in 1965,
UC Irvine
is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.Founded in 1965, the Henry Samueli School of Engineering educates more than 4,600 students (3,728 undergraduates and 961 graduates) with an integrative approach that blends fundamentals, research and hands-on experience. The School's aim is to unleash innovation, create opportunities and inspire ingenuity. The Samueli School's faculty members are leaders in their disciplines who have achieved worldwide recognition for their research and dedicated teaching. The School includes six academic departments. Under the leadership of the Dean the School pursues research that is timely, socially responsible and cutting edge, and works in partnership with industry, state, and federal agencies to promote the transfer of research to applications that benefit society.
Your Role on the Team
The Senior Career Counselor is an experienced, professional position housed within the Samueli School of Engineering's Graduate and Professional Studies. This position leads the design, implementation, and delivery of a career services program with primary emphasis on the Master of Engineering and Master of Embedded and Cyber-physical Systems professional programs. This position utilizes both a theoretical and practical understanding of career development and career outcomes.
The Senior Career Counselor ensures delivery of services to support students' career development and career outcomes. This position works to improve internship / job search competencies through advising students / alumni on a full range of career processes, including individual or group coaching, career-oriented workshops and programming (within and outside M.Eng ProSeminar). This position reviews Curricular Practical Training (CPT) applications and facilitates internship communication. This position is expected to maintain relationships with alumni as well as potential employers, professional associations, and other organizations to establish contacts to meet the career needs of students. In addition, the Senior Career Counselor will establish and maintain a database of connections with students / alumni to track and report on their career trajectories.
The Senior Career Counselor serves as subject matter expert to the Executive Committee and School leadership and for the career services management platform, including platform maintenance, customization and configuration to enhance data collection, data management, analysis, and reporting, including student participation in career activities and employment outcomes. This position provides job market expertise through ongoing research, professional development, and interactions with students, alumni and industry professionals; researches and evaluates career development tools and technologies, and updates career and educational resources. This person is an enthusiastic member of the program staff team who is dedicated to growing and enhancing services for the students.
The Senior Career Counselor partners with the Engineering Development team on the referral of candidates for job openings and manages multifaceted relationships with staff, faculty, alumni, and students. The position is expected to take an active role in local, regional, or national professional associations and organizations in order to build and enhance the reputation of the school and the programs in the corporate community.
The Senior Career Counselor will help coordinate the capstone projects in conjunction with the Capstone Project instructors and corporate community. This position may serve as backup to the existing team in other aspects of program management as needed. The Senior Career Counselor will be an integral part in the Graduate and Professional Studies team. This position will also be responsible for data collection to be used for marketing materials and reports to multiple audiences. The Senior Career Counselor will be an integral part of various teams for the professional master's programs.
What It Takes to be Successful
Total CompensationIn addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $63,800- $84,000.00 (Annual).
Required:Strong knowledge of career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques. Thorough knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and practice; workshop and program design. Knowledge of UC programs, career services, employer, alumni, and faculty needs and expectations, recruiting and staffing methods, and employment trends. Ability to design and modify computer applications to meet program needs, problem identification, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, and organization skills. Ability to work with people from diverse cultures. Strong interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of clients at all levels including corporate executives, alumni, faculty, staff, students and professionals from other institutions and/or professional associations. Demonstrated ability to work in a team with cross-functional team leadership experience preferred. Ability to motivate team members and garner support and cooperation to achieve desired outcomes.Advanced degree in related area3-5 years Career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques.
Preferred:Extensive knowledge of the entry-level Engineering employment market and industry hiring practices. Ability to think strategically, develop and execute operational plans, and manage multiple projects and priorities. Ability to work under pressure, with the flexibility to respond to changing priorities and fluctuating workloads. Analytical and written skills sufficient to research and develop statistical reports and other publications required. Skills in organizing work, defining tasks, prioritizing assignments, and following through on all projects independently.
Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
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Founded in 1965,
UC Irvine
is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.Founded in 1965, the Henry Samueli School of Engineering educates more than 4,600 students (3,728 undergraduates and 961 graduates) with an integrative approach that blends fundamentals, research and hands-on experience. The School's aim is to unleash innovation, create opportunities and inspire ingenuity. The Samueli School's faculty members are leaders in their disciplines who have achieved worldwide recognition for their research and dedicated teaching. The School includes six academic departments. Under the leadership of the Dean the School pursues research that is timely, socially responsible and cutting edge, and works in partnership with industry, state, and federal agencies to promote the transfer of research to applications that benefit society.
Your Role on the Team
The Senior Career Counselor is an experienced, professional position housed within the Samueli School of Engineering's Graduate and Professional Studies. This position leads the design, implementation, and delivery of a career services program with primary emphasis on the Master of Engineering and Master of Embedded and Cyber-physical Systems professional programs. This position utilizes both a theoretical and practical understanding of career development and career outcomes.
The Senior Career Counselor ensures delivery of services to support students' career development and career outcomes. This position works to improve internship / job search competencies through advising students / alumni on a full range of career processes, including individual or group coaching, career-oriented workshops and programming (within and outside M.Eng ProSeminar). This position reviews Curricular Practical Training (CPT) applications and facilitates internship communication. This position is expected to maintain relationships with alumni as well as potential employers, professional associations, and other organizations to establish contacts to meet the career needs of students. In addition, the Senior Career Counselor will establish and maintain a database of connections with students / alumni to track and report on their career trajectories.
The Senior Career Counselor serves as subject matter expert to the Executive Committee and School leadership and for the career services management platform, including platform maintenance, customization and configuration to enhance data collection, data management, analysis, and reporting, including student participation in career activities and employment outcomes. This position provides job market expertise through ongoing research, professional development, and interactions with students, alumni and industry professionals; researches and evaluates career development tools and technologies, and updates career and educational resources. This person is an enthusiastic member of the program staff team who is dedicated to growing and enhancing services for the students.
The Senior Career Counselor partners with the Engineering Development team on the referral of candidates for job openings and manages multifaceted relationships with staff, faculty, alumni, and students. The position is expected to take an active role in local, regional, or national professional associations and organizations in order to build and enhance the reputation of the school and the programs in the corporate community.
The Senior Career Counselor will help coordinate the capstone projects in conjunction with the Capstone Project instructors and corporate community. This position may serve as backup to the existing team in other aspects of program management as needed. The Senior Career Counselor will be an integral part in the Graduate and Professional Studies team. This position will also be responsible for data collection to be used for marketing materials and reports to multiple audiences. The Senior Career Counselor will be an integral part of various teams for the professional master's programs.
What It Takes to be Successful
Total CompensationIn addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $63,800- $84,000.00 (Annual).
Required:Strong knowledge of career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques. Thorough knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and practice; workshop and program design. Knowledge of UC programs, career services, employer, alumni, and faculty needs and expectations, recruiting and staffing methods, and employment trends. Ability to design and modify computer applications to meet program needs, problem identification, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, and organization skills. Ability to work with people from diverse cultures. Strong interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of clients at all levels including corporate executives, alumni, faculty, staff, students and professionals from other institutions and/or professional associations. Demonstrated ability to work in a team with cross-functional team leadership experience preferred. Ability to motivate team members and garner support and cooperation to achieve desired outcomes.Advanced degree in related area3-5 years Career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques.
Preferred:Extensive knowledge of the entry-level Engineering employment market and industry hiring practices. Ability to think strategically, develop and execute operational plans, and manage multiple projects and priorities. Ability to work under pressure, with the flexibility to respond to changing priorities and fluctuating workloads. Analytical and written skills sufficient to research and develop statistical reports and other publications required. Skills in organizing work, defining tasks, prioritizing assignments, and following through on all projects independently.
Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
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