Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Career Resources Specialist

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department Career Center

HR Home Department 080114 CAREER CENTER

Pay Grade 42

Proposed Salary $43,888/annually

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

General Function

The Career Resources Specialist develops and implements Career Center activities within the University by assisting with overall planning and operational activities of the program. The Career Resources Specialist helps students imagine their futures then prepares them to understand and create those possibilities, advises students on various aspects of entering the world of work, including employment options, developing desirable professional qualifications, job search strategies, writing resumes and developing interviewing skills. The Career Resources Specialist presents outreach programming and workshops to students in classroom settings, student organizations, residence halls, summer orientation, etc.

Description of Primary Duties

Supports students by serving as a liaison with academic departments, providing career information about full-time and internship opportunities, and assisting with resume writing and interviewing skills improvement.

Promotes the programs and services provided by the Career Center by making presentations to classes and student organizations and by assisting in coordinating special events, programs, receptions, public speaking activities, etc.

Assists with the coordination of major projects, such as Career Fairs, Education Day, on-campus interviews, etc.

Assists with collecting and entering graduate outcomes as needed.

Promotes the University and the Career Center through participation in professional organizations, Master Advisor activities, and serving on University committees as needed.

May teach one or more sections of IDS 120 (Exploring Majors and Careers) when necessary and participate in developing and reviewing the IDS 120 curriculum.

Contributes a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Director, Career Center.

Contributes to the overall success of the Career Center by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred. Specialization in the field of counseling, higher education administration, human resources, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.

Experience: At least one year of work experience in higher education or adult-based programs is required. Previous experience in career services, advising, or other student service areas at the college/university level is preferred. Teaching experience at the college level is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of experience requirements.

Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. The ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs and career-related technology and databases is required. The ability to work independently to accomplish objectives is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

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Additional Qualifications

Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1887-career-resources.htm

Open Date 06/04/2024

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

Special Instructions to Applicants

First date of consideration is June 25, 2024 and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

Background Check Statement

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number 20240137FTS

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/75193

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Applicant Documents

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