Career Outreach Graduate Assistant INTERIM POSITION – Spring 2023 ONLY
Join our dynamic team of career services professionals engaged in building a 21st century, skill based career center at St. Cloud State University. This graduate assistant position is designed to help students gain knowledge and skills in the field of career services. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, a strong ability for teamwork, and a passion for helping students. Help us transform student lives by promoting the skills and resources necessary for students to achieve their career academic and career goals. For more information on the wide variety of services offered at the Career Center, please visit our website www.stcloudstate.edu/careercenter
Position Description: 10 hours per week for the *remainder of the 2023 spring semester* Position not guaranteed to renew
General duties include:
- Present on variety of career topics, including career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, and the job and internship search process to classes, student organizations, and other requesting groups.
- Staff tables and other sponsorship opportunities at SCSU events to promote Career Center resources.
- Communicate with presentation requestors in a professional manner. Manage the requests to organize assignment of the Career Center team and keep everyone informed.
- Manage presentation data in Handshake, Excel, and Outlook
- Work on data projects as needed
- Assist with coordination and implementation of job fairs and career events
- Meet with students to provide guidance on writing resumes, cover letters, and the job and internship search process
- Contribute as a member of the Career Center team at programs and events
- Distribute agenda for and record meeting notes for team meetings as needed
- Attend team meetings and presentations as needed
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications: Must be a graduate student admitted to a recognized program and carry a 12 credits (for year) class load.*this position is available for the remainder of the 2023 spring semester only* Position not guaranteed to renew
- Demonstrated presentation skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Previous experience working in a capacity as a mentor, advisor, counselor, supervisor, or in another guidance or leadership capacity.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Able to maintain confidentiality with regard to records and information
- Able to take direction and work independently
- Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Evenings and weekends will be required for career events and workshops
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with statistical software (SPSS, R, Excel)
Typical work hours are weekdays between 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. While every effort is made to accommodate class and practicum schedules, flexibility with scheduling is A MUST! We create a vibrant, developmentally-focused environment with individual supervision and on-going training.
Application Process: Submit resume, cover letter stating why you are interested in working in the Career Center, and three professional references