Career Specialist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between employers and the university to coordinate recruiting dates, schedules, and office visits.
• Advise and counsel students regarding career opportunities, resume preparation, and interviewing techniques.
• Prepare students for internships, co-ops, and professional interviews through workshops and information sessions.
• Develop and maintain placement credential files for students and alumni to facilitate job referrals.
• Collect, tally, and submit data regarding student placement activities and demographic statistics.
• Coordinate and implement special events, including career fairs, workshops, and networking programs.
• Manage the career library and technology center while performing administrative duties such as writing correspondence.

Requirements

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with students, faculty, alumni, employers, and community leaders.
• Proven ability to formulate and execute strategic plans aligned with university career development goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and event logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to operate and interpret career planning-related software.
• Willingness to chaperone students attending external events, conferences, and workshops.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, workforce development, or community engagement.
• Proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to monitor program effectiveness.
• Experience using social media platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn) for professional engagement.

About the Company

Central State University is dedicated to providing comprehensive career services that support student employment and alumni placement through strategic employer engagement and professional development.