Military & Veteran Career Services Advisor
SUNY Empire State University
Saratoga Springs, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 8, 2024
About Empire State University:
Founded in 1971 as the innovative campus of the State University of New York (SUNY), Empire State University empowers learners from diverse backgrounds to achieve their educational goals. We have decades of experience providing educational access through online teaching and learning, individualized instruction, mentoring, and prior learning assessment. We build on our students' experiences to promote their growth and drive upward mobility and economic development in New York state and beyond. SUNY Empire's 97,000 alumni are teachers, nurses, entrepreneurs, and leaders in their communities and their fields. Visit www.sunyempire.edu and follow us on social media @SUNYEmpire.
SUNY Empire is committed to creating a multicultural, inclusive academic and work environment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that having diverse faculty and staff is critical to academic excellence and prepares students to live and work in an increasingly global world.
Job Description:
Empire State University is currently seeking a full-time Veteran & Military Career Services Coordinator located at various Empire State locations in New York State. We seek a Veteran & Military Career Services Coordinator (State Title: Senior Staff Assistant) with experience in networking, building relationships, and counseling military and veteran students transitioning into civilian careers. The selected incumbent will report to the Director of Career & Experiential Learning Services within the division of Student Success. This position will work in collaboration with the Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC). The Veteran & Military Career Services Coordinator works with military and veteran students and alumni to provide career counseling in translating their military experience to their career goals as they transition to civilian life.
The successful candidate will have sensitivity and understanding for the unique challenges faced by military service members and veterans during the career transition process. They will be committed to student success by supporting SUNY Empire students and ensuring they have information and access to local resources across the state. This person must be collaborative, independent, a self-starter, and able to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide comprehensive career counseling to military service members and veterans, assisting them in translating their military skills and experiences into civilian job qualifications.
- Help individuals explore career paths based on their skills, interests, and goals.
- Review resumes and cover letters. Provide guidance on networking strategies, job search techniques, and interview preparation.
- Collaborate with local based partners (i.e. Chambers of Commerce, Department of Labor, etc.) to identify military/veteran preferred organizations. Build/maintain partnerships with employers.
- Facilitate mentorship programs that pair military clients with industry professionals or veterans who have successfully transitioned to civilian careers.
- Organize networking events to help students and alums expand their professional connections.
- Source articles and write articles for Career Hub to support students and internships. Contribute resources to support veteran and military student success.
- Track data trends and Career Hub analytics to make data-informed recommendations relevant to the Office of Career & Experiential Learning Services.
- Partner with the Veteran and Military Resource Center to advocate for the unique needs of military-affiliated individuals within the institution or organization.
- Raise awareness of available services through presentations, outreach, and marketing efforts.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum of two years' experience recruiting employers working with military service members, veterans, and their families, preferably in a career counseling or support role.
- Strong understanding of labor market trends, job search strategies, and industry-specific requirements.
- Evidence of relationship-building or project-management skills
- Evidence of ability to communicate, engage, and develop rapport with individuals of diverse cultural, social, and religious backgrounds and varied age, gender, and sexual orientation.
- Career Services experience in a higher education environment or Human Resources experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively with different stakeholders and programs.
- Proficiency in using career development technology platforms and online resources.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English
- Prior knowledge of and experience in working with bilingual and emergent bilingual learners, particularly in online settings.
- Prior experience working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse linguistic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- SUNY Empire provides employees with robust remote and flexible work environment to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a dispersed work environment. Various university locations throughout New York State may also be considered.
Additional Information:
Rank/Salary: SL3 / $60,000.
Empire State University is an EOE employer.
We are pleased to offer our employees an excellent benefit package which includes NYS health insurance, free dental and vision, competitive retirement options, and generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals; and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. We also offer professional-development activities for professionals and support staff.
IF YOU NEED A DISABILITY-RELATED ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE ADA COORDINATOR AT (518) 587-2100, ext. 2240. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TITLE II CRIME AWARENESS AND SECURITY ACT, A COPY OF OUR CRIME STATISTICS IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST BY CALLING (518) 587-2100, ext. 2800. IT CAN ALSO BE VIEWED ON-LINE AT THE SAFETY AND SECURITY WEBSITE AT www.sunyempire.edu/safety-security.
Application Instructions:
Applications Due By: Applications accepted until position has been filled.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit the following documents, which are required for consideration by clicking on the APPLY NOW button:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Name and contact information of three references
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