Career Services Representative

POSITION:                         Career Services Representative

HOURS/STATUS:               Full-Time Associate (40 hours per week)

REPORTS TO:                     Wisconsin Director of Career Services

START DATE:                      February 2024

LOCATION:                        Wisconsin Market Campuses

Position Summary:

This entry-level position ensures that the career needs of the student and employment outcomes of the College are achieved. Bryant & Stratton Career Services Representatives will be responsible for assisting the Director in developing strategies, developing long range strategic plans, implementing tactics and assisting with managing the internal operations of the Career Services department to ultimately achieve Career Services goals and objectives consistent with the mission, vision and values of the College. The Career Services Representative will help to ensure the relevant career, student, business development and relationship management outcomes are achieved and partner with the Director to provide leadership.  This position will travel to campuses within the Milwaukee Metropolitan region.

Essential Job Functions and Duties:

• Develop and maintain employer relationships through a strong professional business development approach that result in internship sites, employment and competitive salaries for students; identify, promote and manage opportunities for employer interaction with Bryant & Stratton College.
• Actively support the achievement of department goals to include employment of students in job positions in their career field of study at salaries that meet or exceed the fair market value.
• Assist in the monitoring of internship sites.
• Facilitate career-related classroom presentations to various classes.
• Conduct supervisor/employer surveys, analyze results and distribute reports.
• Effectively interact with students, graduates and alumni to coach effective utilization of Career Services to include:
  • Provide counseling and instruction in interviewing, resume preparation, job application, pre-interview preparation and job acceptance negotiation that matches applicant’s objectives.
  • Coach/advise students in developing personal marketing strategies to secure a job and negotiate a fair compensation package.
  • Conduct individual student interviews as a vehicle to coach students in “soft skills” related to successful employment and career development.
  • Conduct graduate exit interviews to ensure preparedness for the interview process upon graduation.
• Influence the integration of Career Services into student’s educational experience.
• Conduct active learning presentations for new and continuing students to provide information regarding professionalism, the employment process, and employment trends.
• Utilize technology to perform timely entry and track career services activities: employer information, student information, job orders, daily/weekly contacts, report generation, workflow management, etc.
• Coordinate on-campus events targeted toward employers and alumni.
• Assist with the development and implementation and participate in campus activities including, but not limited to: orientation, career fairs, open houses, class presentations, student events, graduation, and award ceremonies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Minimum Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications or similar required
• Demonstrated experience with public speaking or classroom facilitation
• Excellent customer service skills
• Working knowledge of computer software and research databases
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and student success
• Commitment to continuous curriculum enhancement and application of best practices
• Strong team player
• Valid Driver's License and Access to Car to travel to other BSC campuses and events

Application Process: 

Please upload cover letter and resume during the electronic application process. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.