Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Career Counselor - College of Business - Boca Raton, FL. The FAU College of Business is one of the largest AACSB-accredited business schools in the United States, with more than 8,000 students. The college has seven departments and an impressive offering of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (including Ph.D.), as well as many online, executive, and certificate programs. For more information about the FAU College of Business, please visit http://business.f (http://business.fau.edu) au.edu. The Career Counselor will be an integral member of the College of Business Career Development team, dedicated to supporting the professional growth of our diverse business student population. In this role, you will provide personalized career advisement, develop and deliver career-related programming, cultivate employer relationships, and coordinate the FAU Business Mentoring Program to connect students with seasoned professionals. By helping students leverage their education and experiences, you will play a crucial role in guiding them toward fulfilling internships, career paths, and long-term success in the business world. Key Responsibilities: + Individual Career Advising:Provide one-on-one guidance to undergraduate and graduate business students on career exploration, résumé and cover letter refinement, LinkedIn profile optimization, networking, interviewing techniques, job and internship search strategies, and salary negotiations. + Career Programming & Workshops:Develop and deliver interactive workshops, professional development seminars, classroom presentations, and career-related events focused on emerging business trends, skill-building, and industry insights. + FAU Business Mentoring Program Management:Support the administration of the mentoring program in recruiting and training mentors, matching them with student mentees, preparing participants for successful mentoring engagements, and organizing related networking events and activities. + Employer Engagement:Collaborate with recruiters, alumni, and corporate partners to foster internship and full-time placement opportunities, maintain robust employer relationships, and serve as a liaison to ensure employers connect with qualified candidates from the College of Business. + Resource Development:Curate and create career-related resources, tools, and digital content that reflect emerging industry trends, the needs of a global economy, and the value of the AACSB-accredited business curriculum. + Data Tracking & Assessment:Collect and analyze outcome metrics related to student engagement, placement rates, and satisfaction. Use data-driven insights to improve program offerings and continuously inform strategic planning. + Collaborative Initiatives:Partner with faculty, academic advisors, and other campus units to integrate career readiness and mentoring into academic offerings, promoting a college-wide culture of professional growth, practical learning, and post-graduate success. Other duties as assigned. The College of Business at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. FAU Benefits and Perks: If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: + Excellent benefit packages include Medical (PPO/HMO: $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and much more. + State retirement options, including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. + State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service + Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee\_relations/flexwork.php + Sick Leave Pool Program + Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). + Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf + Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php Explore Living in Palm Beach County: The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: https://bdb.org/data/housing/ Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of experience required. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with business industries, professional standards, and the current employment landscape. Experience working with mentoring programs and career management platforms (e.g., Handshake) and delivering in-person and virtual career programming. Desired Skills and Attributes: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, employers, mentors, and campus partners. Proven ability to demonstrate empathy, active listening, and cultural competence in a diverse academic environment. Excellent organizational and project management skills, comfortable working both independently and as part of a dynamic team. Analytical mindset for using data and assessment tools to guide program enhancement and measure outcomes. Commitment to professional development and staying current with best practices in career services, mentoring, and business industry trends. Salary: $50,000 per year. College or Department: College of Business Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., including some evenings and weekends as needed. Application Deadline: 2025-01-27 Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Cover letter and Resume OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to starting employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference check, and alcohol and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants, or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004. As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida State University system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conducive to year-round outdoor activities. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. 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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.