Career Counselor I

Job Title

Career Counselor I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Career & Professional Development Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

PURPOSE

The Career Counselor supports the mission of the Career and Professional Development Center at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi by providing individualized and group career guidance, facilitating workshops and classroom presentations, and collaborating with faculty, staff, and employers to help students explore majors, develop career readiness competencies, and secure internships and/or employment. This position is responsible for helping students clarify academic and career goals, prepare effective job/internship search materials, and build confidence in navigating career decisions. The Career Counselor also supports center-wide programming and data reporting efforts to track student engagement and career outcomes.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Career Guidance & Student Support

Percent Effort: 35%

• Provide one-on-one and group career guidance on topics including (but not limited to): major exploration, resume/cover letter writing, job/internship searches, interview preparation, and graduate/professional school planning.

• Work closely with an assigned special population, identifying unique concerns for this population and providing services for these students.  

• Utilize career and database tools to take session notes and track student engagement.

• Administer evidence-based career assessments to assist with choice of major and career exploration.

• Help students reflect on their academic career and articulate their experiences to their prospective audience.

Functional Area 2: College & Campus Collaboration

Percent Effort: 20%

• Collaborate with faculty, student organizations, departments, and academic advisors to address the needs of each unique entity or program.

• Coordinate with academic colleges, departments, student organizations, faculty, and staff to increase student engagement on career development programming and events

• Represent the Career Center at campus-wide events such as orientations, tabling, and student organization meetings.

• Serve on committees to build relationships across campus and broaden resources that may support career center initiatives.

• Research local and national employment trends especially related to assigned college(s) and population to inform presentation content.

Functional Area 3: Workshop Facilitation & Programming

Percent Effort: 20%

• Design and deliver engaging workshops, presentations, and panel discussions on a wide range of career readiness topics.

• Coordinate or assist with career programs and events, such as the fashion show, employer panels, internship events, and job readiness initiatives.

• Participate in the Career Corner and mentor/guide Career Peers in their delivery of career development services.

Functional Area 4: Event Support & Employer Engagement

Percent Effort: 15%

• Collaborate with the Employer Relations Team to support programming that develops partnerships with employers: on-campus recruiting, career fairs, classroom visits, site visits, special events, etc.

• Create and maintain career development resources including web content, learning modules, and videos.

• Communicate and promote career and internship opportunities as well career readiness programs and upcoming events, as needed.

 

Functional Area 5: Administrative Support & Data Reporting

Percent Effort: 10%

• Track sessions, workshop attendance, and student engagement in career center management platform.

• Assist with collection of first-destination data and support department-wide assessment and reporting efforts.

• Participate in strategic planning and departmental meetings to contribute to continuous improvement.

• Ability to multitask, manage time, and work cooperatively with others while maintaining a professional demeanor.

• Work some nights and weekends and occasionally travel, for professional development and events.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, business, higher education administration, or a related field.

• Two (2) years of related experience in career services, academic advising, student development, human resources, or a related field (graduate assistantships, internships, etc. may count toward this experience).

• Additional education may be considered as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:

  • Master’s degree in a related field.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, presentation, and verbal/written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with students from different backgrounds and across academic disciplines.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and collaboratively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with online platforms like Teams, Handshake, or similar systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of career guidance or academic advising experience.

• Experience working in a university career center or with career readiness programming or in a higher education setting.

• Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), LPC Associate (LPC-A), or LPC Supervisor (LPC-S)

SALARY: $43,888 - $50,000/annually, approximately.

• $3,657.34 - $4,166.67/monthly.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.