The University of the District of Columbia Community College (UDCCC) is one of the nation's newest community colleges. We operate as an integral component of the University of the District of Columbia system. We are now in the formative stages of planning/creating a 21st century urban comprehensive community college as part of a re-envisioned, robust public system of higher education in the nation's capital. We are seeking exceptionally qualified, high-energy, dedicated individuals who are committed to the social justice mission of open access higher education. We are building a campus culture grounded in student success, scholarship, respect, genuine collaboration, inclusiveness, transparency, accountability and team-oriented responsibility. Our focus is: Preparation, exploration, service; for life.

The Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning Division (WDLL) provides a comprehensive range of career services designed to assist students and other stakeholders in reaching their career goals and objectives. The WDLL seeks to educate develop, and assist individuals in successfully meeting the challenges and of the global workforce. Utilizing best practices and technology, the WDLL aspires to function as a major vehicle for increasing job opportunities and workforce readiness for undergraduate, graduate, alumni and other stakeholders.  The Career Counselor reports directly to the Assistant Director for Workforce Development.  

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Employment Status: Full-Time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: AD0058/Grade 8, Steps 1-6

Salary Range: $48,993 - $58,381

Closing Date: November 13, 2015 (second screening)

Location: 801 North Capitol Street, NE

Brief Description of Duties
 

• Interview individuals regarding career, personal, and academic goals/objectives
• Counsel and assess individuals regarding career goals/objectives
• Advise individuals about education and training opportunities
• Develop individuals’ career plans as indicated
• Maintain documentation and records of individual’s progress
• Prepare written reports as required
• Represent the WDLL at public relation events as requested.
• Consult with individuals to develop their resumes.
• Consult with individuals to fill out job applications
• Consult with individuals to do a job search
• Provide job/life coaching
• Consult with other stakeholders (employers, alumni, business, community organizations, and etc) to advance career opportunities for individual who request career services.
• Develop intern/externships.
• Market career services to the University population
• Perform additional functions incidental to career services
• Develop and conduct workshops/trainings

• Will be required to work some evening hours
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 2 (two) years of experience providing career counseling services including the use of career assessments; knowledge developing and critiquing resumes and cover letters; knowledge of effective interviewing skills; effective presentation skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; and excellent customer service skills.

Master's degree in counseling, college student personnel services, higher education, or a related field is preferred

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:  Temporary employment is restricted to a one year appointment and employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity ore expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.