Gettysburg College seeks a dynamic, innovative, master’s level professional to serve in this 12-month, full-time position as Career Counselor in the Center for Career Engagement. This position reports to the Director of Career Counseling and Campus Relations.
Founded in 1832, Gettysburg College is consistently recognized and ranks among the top colleges nationally for our value, programs, and liberal arts experience. Enrolling 2,400 undergraduate students from over 40 states and nearly 40 countries, Gettysburg College is known for its rigorous liberal arts and sciences education with a student experience that intentionally integrates learning that occurs inside and outside of the classroom. The Career Counselor will be joining the college at an exciting time with our newly adopted strategic plan, “Living Our Promise,” emphasizing the integration of both academic and co-curricular experiences with a strong emphasis on the career development of every student. In keeping with our strategic focus, Gettysburg College is interested in candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to providing leadership in building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community.
The primary role of the Career Counselor is to provide individual and group counseling and coaching to Gettysburg College students and implement effective career educational programming.
The Career Counselor will:
- Provide individual and group counseling, coaching, and training through appointments and drop-ins
- Utilize formal and informal assessment tools and resources to aid in student self-assessment and career exploration processes
- Create and facilitate innovative programs and events for student career education and development
- Provide professional school advising to pre-law students
- Assist in developing and implementing January Term programming focused on student career development exploration, reflection, and tools
- Partner with the Director, Career Counseling and Campus Relations, on Faculty Career Liaison and Campus Influencers programs
- Co-manage connectGettysburg online community platform for student users
- Collaborate on Athletics and/or Greek Life outreach programming
The Career Counselor is a 12-month, full-time administrative appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience and is complemented by an excellent benefits package.