Career Counselor Berkeley Career Engagement - University of California Berkeley

Description

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit

Departmental Overview

Berkeley Career Engagement (BCE) plays a critical role in preparing and supporting students launching their careers. We help undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni make informed decisions about their futures by providing comprehensive resources, programs, career counseling, externships and internships, and employment and professional school / graduate school options. Our Vision is to cultivate a university-wide culture of career readiness, where every student engages in meaningful experiences, has a supportive professional community, and is empowered to achieve lifelong career success. We are dedicated to advancing equity and access to career resources for every student and recent alumni of UC Berkeley.

We engage with students on their journey to reflect, discover, and design a personally meaningful career (Career Clarity). We connect students with alumni, employers, and their larger professional community to forge meaningful relationships that will guide them into their early career (Career Connections). We empower students to develop the professional confidence and experience necessary to secure the career opportunities they seek (Career Competitiveness).

We invite you to join Berkeley Career Engagement at UC Berkeley as a member of a dynamic team of 35 people, providing innovative and comprehensive career services. We work with a wide spectrum of students, including undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni. We are looking for an early career individual who wants to develop their student-facing skills and grow in their career counseling acumen. While this position is housed on the L&S team, the individual hired will meet with students across multiple colleges. This professional will collaborate with the larger Career Education team of 20 people on larger initiatives, but mainly focus on providing 1:1 career counseling to students. Ideal candidates can operate as a generalist while understanding the needs of students who study letters and sciences disciplines.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: June 12, 2024

Responsibilities

• Counsels most populations of undergraduate and graduate students, and alumni on career options and opportunities, including those customized for students within the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines.
• Provides individual and group counseling and consultation to students with academic and career field interests through standard appointments and/or brief consultations.
• Guides students on translating their skills into various industries or helping them plan and apply for graduate and professional programs.
• Helps provide guidance to departments/colleges/schools on providing resources to meet students' career needs.
• Develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with academic advisors, faculty, and other key administrative staff.
• Serves as liaison to non-academic (student service) units and student organizations across campus as an informational resource and to provide special, customized programming
• Attends and actively contributes to staff and counseling meetings.
• Pursues professional development opportunities which will enhance their understanding of trends as they relate to their constituency and the field in general, and building their skills as a counselor.
• Participate in unit-wide initiatives, events, committees, and projects.
• Supports and conducts customized workshops and programs
• Conducts needs assessments, and collaborates with teammates in program design and development.
• Support marketing and outreach programs to promote programs and services.

Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of career counseling as it's used to address a broad range of career/employment issues, such as career decision making and job search techniques using various career counseling approaches.
• Experience designing and delivering career-related workshops and programs.
• Knowledge of employer recruiting strategies, job market trends, occupational, career and employment information sources as well as the application process for graduate school.
• Experience and proficiency with incorporating the use of technology to deliver career services.
• Understanding and ability to work with and serve individuals from diverse backgrounds utilizing cross-cultural counseling skills.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Counseling, Career Development, Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1+ years experience working with students within higher education.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $73, $75,

• This is a 100%, full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is exempt and paid monthly.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California 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, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

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