Job Description

Position Details

Position Information



NBAPOSN Title
Employment Svcs Coord I


Working Title
Career Specialist


Brief Position Overview
The Career Specialist position provides career services and engagement to all MSU Billings (University Campus and City College) students and alumni in support of the University\xe2\x80\x99s mission to provide equitable access to career services and to foster the retention, persistence, completion and post-graduation success of our students.


Position Number
6N8194-00


Department
Career Services


Division



Appointment Type
Classified


Contract Term
Fiscal Year


Semester



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FLSA
Non-Exempt


Union Affiliation
FOCUS-MFPE


FTE
1.0


Benefits Eligible
Yes


Compensation
Hourly


Salary
$17.50 per hour


Contract Type
Classified Hourly


If other, please specify



Recruitment Type
Open


Position Details



General Statement

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region- WE WANT YOU!

The following are reasons why you should join our team:

• Work-life balance
  • Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and General Election Day
  • Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
  • Sick Leave \xe2\x80\x93 Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable

Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
• Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
• Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
• Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive individual and group career services, including but not limited to: defining career goals; developing career plans; navigating and understanding various industries; internship assistance; job shadow placement; part-time employment; work-study employment; resume and cover letter critiques; interview preparation; and connecting students with resources.
• Promote and support student utilization of careerrelated technology tools.
• Create, manage and grow industry-specific career communities for all MSU Billings students. Plan, coordinate, and present industry-focused career programming and workshops that offer tailored resources and opportunities for careers, professional development, and employer connections.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and employers to develop and implement a campus-wide career readiness program. Educate students on career readiness competencies, providing them with the tools and language to articulate the full array of marketable skills and talents gained through curricular and co-curricular activities.
• Participate in and research topics for continued career education learning and professional development. Develop an advanced understanding of career services knowledge; research employment trends, industry insights, and best career services practices; curate and share this information with career specialists and campus partners. Create web and general content related to student career interests.
• Utilize student information system (Banner) and advising tool (Degree Works) to access student academic information and document notes from meetings with students. Utilize CareerLink for managing career events and internship processes. Be familiar with and utilize career information tools and resources.
• Participate in the data collection and analysis of the institution\xe2\x80\x99s annual grad survey. Communicate annual grad data to various constituencies.
• Assist in the planning, managing, and coordinating career related events, both on campus events and virtual events.
• Attend company-led presentations and meetings to learn from employers and share insight with students. Collaborate with the employer partners and advisory board to foster student-employer connections.
• Represent Career & Employment Services at campus events, committee meetings and work-groups. Attend conferences and professional development meetings pertinent to advancing career services (when travel is permitted).
• In addition to duties above: Career Specialists would also have an area of focus of either JLD Reporting/Work-Study coordination or Student Workers/Intern Supervision

Required Qualifications \xe2\x80\x93 Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree
• Experience working with undergraduate students in a career or advising capacity
• Excellent project management abilities, interpersonal skills, and oral and written
  communication skills
• Ability to be a positive and contributing member of a team
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated interest and experience in working with diverse populations of
  students
• Ability to effectively interact and develop relationships with campus partners

Preferred Qualifications \xe2\x80\x93 Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree
• Experience working in higher education
• Experience coaching students in a career setting
• Proficient knowledge of and experience with NACE core competencies
• Experience preparing students for post-graduation success through career
  education and skill and professional development
• Experience using Ellucian Banner and GradLeaders Interfase proprietary software
  or similar data program

The Successful Candidate Will



Special Requirements



Physical Demands
N/A


This position has supervisory duties?
No


Posting Detail Information



Announcement Number
S00804P


Number of Vacancies
1.0


Desired Start Date



Position End Date (if temporary)



Open Date



Close Date
05/12/2023


Open until filled
Yes


Special Instructions Summary



Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/6348


Diversity Statement Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University\xe2\x80\x99s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant\xe2\x80\x99s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee\xe2\x80\x99s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran\xe2\x80\x99s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran\xe2\x80\x99s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.

MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm