Career and Academic Advisor, Graduate Student Services

George Washington University, United States

Updated: 14 days ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW


Job Description Summary:
The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA) is one of the world’s leading schools of international affairs and one of the largest schools of international affairs in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., its mission is to educate the next generation of international leaders, conduct research that advances understanding of important global issues, and engage the policy community in the United States and around the world.
The Office of Graduate Student Services (GSS) seeks an outstanding, student-centered Career and Academic Advisor committed to supporting ESIA graduate students’ academic and career growth. The Office of Graduate Student Services, which includes Academic Advising, Career Development, and International Education, is dedicated to providing students with streamlined service for the full spectrum of the student experience, from developing academic and professional goals to successful job and internship search strategies. GSS offers a dynamic working environment that is suitable for an employee who enjoys working with students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff, is solution-oriented, and can set clear priorities while multitasking.
Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Career and Academic Advisor will join a collaborative team of motivated professionals who provide supportive individual academic advising, career coaching and student programming. To help students create an academic plan that aligns with their professional goals, the Career and Academic Advisor will provide academic advice from orientation through graduation, review program requirements and opportunities, and counsel students and alumni on career opportunities and professional development. This comprehensive model empowers students to identify, pursue and achieve their goals.
Specific responsibilities include:

  • Provides specialized career coaching and academic advising including assessments, resume review, interview skills, networking techniques, and proactive job/internship search opportunities.
  • Monitors graduate student progress, audits degree requirements and completion, reaches out to students with academic difficulty, identifies problem areas and refers students to appropriate campus resources.
  • Contributes to the design and delivery of professional development and student support programs, seminars and sessions (online and in person). Assists in assessment of program outcomes.
  • Reviews resumes, cover letters, and Comprehensive Action Plans. Maintains notes regarding students’ career and academic advising in Handshake and Salesforce.
  • Offers strategic guidance based on student goals and interests, providing information and resources for graduate students and alumni. Collaborates with colleagues to revise and/or develop online resources, general career resource guides, and information for GSS website.
  • Assists with data collection and reports on an ongoing basis. Analyzes data from a wide variety of sources to support the development of programmatic goals, assessments, and evaluation strategies.


Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. This is a hybrid position with some days remote and some days in-person.
The George Washington University’s culture reflects its shared values, including respect and diversity. The Elliott School recognizes that diversity and social mobility are among our country’s greatest assets in engaging the rest of the world; we are deeply committed as a school to fostering an inclusive community. To this end, we encourage candidates from diverse identities, backgrounds, and experiences. To learn more about the Elliott School’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit elliott.gwu.edu/diversity-and-inclusion .
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Coaching and/or advising experience, independently, in a firm or practice, an academic office, or a corporate human resources department.
  • Ability to design, plan, and deliver programs, workshops, and seminars both in person and online.
  • Coaching and/or advising competencies, such as knowledge of coaching and advising theories and approaches.
  • Effective training abilities and public speaking experience.
  • Exceptional administrative and organizational skills.
  • Ability to integrate technology into career planning.
  • High comfort level and proficiency in Google Workspace, MS 365, including Excel and PowerPoint, along with demonstrated experience working with CSM databases, e-learning platforms and social media (such as LinkedIn).
  • Meets deadlines and is able to work independently without excessive supervision.
  • International experience with an understanding of the International Affairs culture and marketplace strongly desired.
  • Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Resources, Organizational Development, International Affairs, Education, or related field highly desirable.
Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.

II. JOB DETAILS


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA)
Family Student Affairs
Sub-Family Career Services
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5:30PM
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
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Benefits of GW
The GW benefits programs are designed to care for you by providing a variety of options that offer security and support for you to thrive at various life and career stages. *Benefits include:
● medical, dental and vision plans, FSA and HSA
● retirement programs
● tuition remission for employees and dependents
● tuition exchange program for dependents
● generous paid leave include a full week of paid leave for winter holidays

*Benefits eligibility may vary based on job classification. To learn more to go https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S012946
Job Open Date: 04/09/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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