Consultant-Career Counselor | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile educate, guide and prepare students for the transition from an academic environment to an employment career. They coordinate activities between university departments and employers. Career Counselors design and conduct workshops and supervise student internships.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristic of the Consultant-Career Counselor profile is the overall purpose and responsibility of these positions to educate, guide and prepare students for career paths and opportunities. Positions coordinate internships, programs and connections between OSU students and employers.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Provides individual and group career counseling to students and alumni. 2. Develops and administers outreach programs to inform faculty and students of career planning and career development. 3. Plans and administers career development workshops and seminars to guide students from selection of an academic major through the job-search or application to graduate or professional schools. 4. Creates and maintains marketing materials and websites. 5. Develops and manages technology based career search strategies/technologies and career assessment tools. PROBLEM-SOLVING AND DECISION-M

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, and general precedents and practices. Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department; the job may contribute to business and operational decisions that affect the department. Decisions impact: • Department • Direct team • Students/Parents • Donors and Alumni

Accountability

Results are defined by department leadership, division and university mission, vision and strategies; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems. Positions in this profile typically do not supervise nor have fiscal responsibilities.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Entire Dept/Unit, University Wide and Externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.

Typical Requirements

Masters’ degree in Counseling or related discipline. 1 year experience providing counseling or advising.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.