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Career and Employment Advisor
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Gateway Technical College
Elkhorn, WI (In Person)
$63,502 Salary, Full-Time
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Career and Employment Advisor Salary $63,502.00 Annually Location Elkhorn Campus, Elkhorn, WI Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26020 Division Student Affairs Opening Date 05/28/2026 Closing Date 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions SUMMARY The Career and Employment Advisor position exists to support student career development, career readiness, and workforce transition outcomes by providing comprehensive career advising, employment coaching, career education, and employer engagement services to prospective students, current students, alumni, and community members. The position integrates career development practices, labor market information, career assessment tools, and employment strategies to assist individuals in exploring career pathways, developing professional skills, and achieving educational and employment goals. The role also supports institutional workforce development initiatives through employer partnerships, career programming, student engagement activities, and cross-functional collaboration designed to strengthen career readiness, experiential learning opportunities, and employment outcomes across diverse student populations. This position reports to the Manager, Career and Employment Services. Key Institutional Contributions Students and community members receive comprehensive career advising, employment support, and workforce readiness services that promote successful educational, transfer, and employment outcomes. Career development programming, workshops, and engagement activities strengthen student career readiness, professional skill development, and connection to employment opportunities. Employer partnerships and workforce relationships support internships, recruitment activities, experiential learning opportunities, and employment pathways aligned with workforce and community needs. Career services resources, assessments, labor market information, and employment tools are effectively utilized to support informed career decision-making and student engagement. Cross-functional collaboration with academic departments, student services, employers, and community partners strengthens institutional workforce development initiatives, student success efforts, and employment outcome strategies. Career services data, employment outcomes , and program reporting activities support continuous improvement, institutional assessment, and evaluation of student employment and workforce outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative & Operational Execution (30%) Provide career and employment advising through individual coaching, group sessions, and career planning support for prospective students, current students, alumni, and community members Administer and interpret career assessments, personality inventories, and career exploration tools to support informed educational and employment decision-making Maintain career services resources, employment information, labor market tools, and career technology platforms to support student engagement and service delivery Maintain student records, employment outcomes, case documentation, and program information to support reporting, assessment, and compliance requirements Client/Customer Service & Communication (30%) Deliver career readiness workshops, presentations, and employment programming focused on job search strategies, professional skills, resumes, interviewing, and workforce preparation Build supportive relationships with students, employers, faculty, staff, and community partners to strengthen career engagement and employment connections Serve as a liaison between students and employers to support internships, recruitment activities, networking opportunities, and employment outcomes Respond to career-related inquiries and provide guidance, referrals, and employment resources to support student and community member success Critical Thinking & Decision-Making (15%) Assess student career interests, employment readiness, and educational goals to recommend appropriate career pathways, resources, and support strategies Interpret career assessment results, labor market information, and workforce trends to support informed advising and employment planning Analyze employment outcomes, participation trends, and program outcomes to support continuous improvement and service effectiveness Apply professional judgment to prioritize student needs, recommend interventions, and address barriers impacting career and employment success Project & Workflow Management (15%) Coordinate career-related events, employer engagement activities, job fairs, workshops, and networking opportunities to support student workforce development Manage outreach, communication, and implementation activities related to career programming and campus engagement initiatives Coordinate employer recruitment activities, partnership engagement, and follow-up communication to support workforce connections and placement opportunities Support planning, tracking, and execution of departmental initiatives, reporting timelines, and career services projects Additional Responsibilities (10%) Participate in cross-functional committees, institutional initiatives, and collaborative student success efforts across the college Support continuous improvement activities related to career services programming, student engagement, and workforce development initiatives Maintain current professional knowledge related to career advising, labor market trends, workforce development, and student success practices Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and institutional operations Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Communication, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in career advising, workforce development, recruiting, employment services, or student support services. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in career advising, workforce development, recruiting, employment services, higher education, or related student/workforce support environments. Experience working with diverse student and community populations, including individuals from varied educational, socioeconomic, cultural, and career backgrounds. Career Development Facilitator (CDF) certification or other relevant career development, coaching, or workforce readiness credential preferred, with the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION DIVISION/LOCATION
Student Affairs/ Career and Employment Services/ ElkhornCOMP GRADE
HFLSA DESIGNATION
ExemptCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available. Engage in district-wide travel to support students and foster collaboration with Gateway faculty and staff. Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs Guide Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation Occasionally Occupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hrs/day) Frequently Occupation required this activity from 33%
- 66%% of the time (2.5
- 5.5+ hrs/day) Continuously Occupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Frequency Lift/Carry Frequency Sitting Continuously 0
- 10 lbs Occasionally Standing Occasionally 11
- 20 lbs Occasionally Walking Not Applicable 21
- 50 lbs Not Applicable Reaching Overhead Not Applicable 51
- 100 lbs Not Applicable Reaching at or Below Shoulder Level Not Applicable Over 100 lbs Not Applicable Keyboarding Continuously Stooping Not Applicable Push / Pull Yes / No Crouching Not Applicable 12 lbs or less Occasionally Kneeling Not Applicable 13
- 25 lbs Not Applicable Crawling Not Applicable 26
- 40 lbs Not Applicable Climbing Ramps or Stairs Not Applicable 41
- 100 lbs Not Applicable Climbing Ladders, Ropes or Scaffolding Not Applicable Over 100 lbs Not Applicable Driving Not Applicable Traveling
- overnight stay(s) Occasionally Hearing Requirement Yes / No Communicating Verbally Continuously One-on-one (in person)
Yes Far Visual Acuity:
clarity to see 20' or more Not Applicable Group or conference (in person)Yes Near Visual Acuity:
clarity to see 20" or lessContinuously Telephone Yes Other Sounds Yes Working Conditions Frequency Noise Intensity Level Frequency Humidity:
non-weather relatedNot Applicable Quiet Occasionally Extreme Cold:
non-weather relatedNot Applicable Moderate Frequently Extreme Hot:
non-weather relatedNot Applicable Loud Occasionally Working Outdoors Not Applicable Very Loud Not Applicable Wetness:
contact with water or other liquids Not Applicable Working Conditions Frequency Working Conditions Frequency Working in Close Proximity to Others Frequently Working interruptions Frequently Open Work Space Occasionally Stressful situations Occasionally Working in a confined space Continuously Exposure to offensive odors Not Applicable Exposure to a computer screen Continuously Required uniform supplied by department Not Applicable Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities, so we encourage you to read our Annual Security Report (click the link for the full report). This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Violence Against Women Act. This report includes crime statistics, institutional policies on campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes or incidents, sexual misconduct, and other important matters. Please feel free to email compliance @gtc.edu or call 262-564-3062 to request a hard copy of the report. Discover the Benefits of Joining Our Team We believe people thrive in environments where they feel supported—personally and professionally. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote well-being, flexibility, and peace of mind. All benefits, with the exception of life insurance, are effective on your first day of employment, so you can feel secure from day one. To explore what we offer, including current plan pricing, please view our Benefits Booklet and Current Rates .Revised:
April 2025 01 Do you possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Communication, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in career advising, workforce development, recruiting, employment services, or student support services? Bachelor's degree in Education Bachelor's degree in Business Bachelor's degree in Communication Bachelor's degree in Psychology Bachelor's degree in Human Services Bachelor's degree in a related field Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in career advising, workforce development, recruiting, employment services, or student support services None of the above 02 Do you possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in career advising, workforce development, recruiting, employment services, higher education, or related student/workforce support environments? two (2) years of experience in career advising two (2) years of experience in workforce development two (2) years of experience in recruiting two (2) years of experience in employment services two (2) years of experience in higher education two (2) years of experience in related student/workforce support environments None of the above 03 Do you possess experience working with diverse student and community populations, including individuals from varied educational, socioeconomic, cultural, and career backgrounds? Yes No 04 Which of the following do you possess? A Career Development Facilitator (CDF) certification or other relevant career development, coaching, or workforce readiness credential preferred, with the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire? Career Development Facilitator (CDF) certification Other relevant career development, coaching, or workforce readiness credential The ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire. 05 For consideration of employment, Did you attach a copy of your transcripts and/or certifications to your application? (Application will not be considered without transcripts) Yes No Does not apply to my situation 06 I understand and acknowledge that Gateway does not provide relocation assistance for employment. If I am offered and accept a position with Gateway Technical College that requires me to relocate, I plan to incur those expenses myself. I will incur expenses of relocation or i will not need to relocate. I am no longer interested in the position 07 I understand that Gateway does not offer visa sponsorship and acknowledge that i do not now nor will I require sponsorship for employment in the future. I do not now nor will I in the future require visa sponsorship I currently require sponsorship for employment I will require visa sponsorship in the future. 08 Which of the following best applies to your employment status with Gateway Technical College? (check one) I am not now nor have I ever been an employee of Gateway Technical College. I am currently a permanent full time employee I am currently a permanent part time employee. I am currently a casual or student worker. I am currently an adjunct faculty employee. I am a current Limited Term employee. I was previously employed at Gateway Technical College in the past. 09 For employment consideration- Which one of the following best applies to you?