Job Title: Career Consultant

Department: Career Center

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,100 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. 

Job Summary

The Career Consultant serves as part of the Career Center team to support undergraduate liberal arts students and recent graduates in their career development. With a priority on direct student engagement, the role uses career consulting and coaching approaches to help students assess and explore interests, clarify career goals, enhance knowledge and competencies, gain experience, and develop effective strategies for securing post-graduate opportunities.

Core functions of the position include one-on-one and group-based consulting; marketing and outreach to students; active engagement and collaboration with faculty, staff, alumni, and employers; and the design and delivery of programming to meet the needs of students and key stakeholders. The role contributes to ongoing efforts to engage students, expand access to opportunities, and strengthen pathways from academic learning to post-graduate outcomes.

Each Career Consultant develops specialized knowledge and guidance for career pathways to which they are assigned and works collaboratively across campus and with external partners to support student success.

The Career Center is currently hiring a Career Consultant who will support pathways in government, policy, education, human services, social services, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Career Consulting:
  • Provide transformational student support via individual and group coaching to foster career readiness and empower life-long career capabilities including self-assessment, career and employer research, decision-making, goal setting, narrative/storytelling, relational networking, competency development, strategic application materials, and interviewing.
  • Develop and present workshops and classroom presentations reflecting these core career development concepts. Teach students how to effectively utilize Career Center resources, tools, activities, and strategies to support their unique career journeys.
• Program Design and Management:
  • In alignment with institutional and departmental priorities, develop and deliver programs tailored to the needs of students in designated pathways and affinity groups in order to drive students’ early and sustained engagement in their career development (e.g., facilitation of career-related courses, online learning modules, professional development workshops, mentoring and skill-building initiatives, alumni panels, employer presentations, and other industry/pathway focused events.)
• Specialized Knowledge and Content Creation:
  • Research and maintain knowledge regarding early career opportunities, employer needs, recruiting trends and other market insights within assigned pathway.
  • In collaboration with other staff and academic partners, regularly assess Career Center content and resources to reflect current student needs, curricular learning outcomes, and first-destination data within designated pathway.
  • Develop and update content in programs, presentations, and various digital channels to engage and inform students regarding strategies for competitive candidate preparation and employer engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including faculty, staff, alumni, and recruiters to enhance students’ career awareness, preparation, access to opportunities, and market competitiveness.
  • Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Employer Relations to engage local and national employers and industry stakeholders.
  • Coordinate and assist with departmental and institutional projects and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of three years of relevant professional work OR Master’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of one year of relevant professional work experience in career services, talent acquisition, or a related field.
• Experience providing transformational service to students (via career coaching, academic advising or similar developmental support).
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices for collegiate job seekers regarding resumes, cover letters, interviews and LinkedIn profiles.
• Ability to understand and utilize inclusive language and practices in order to support and advocate for historically marginalized and under-recognized communities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Experience designing and leading workshops or classroom presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of current resources and strategies for identifying and securing cocurricular career-building experiences, post-graduate employment, and graduate school programs.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Project management experience including program development, implementation, data collection, assessment, and evaluation.
• Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Zoom, Social Media platforms, and Handshake.
• Knowledge of the Principles for Ethical Professional Practice and Career Readiness Competencies established by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - This position may close without notice. For full consideration, apply by: May 10, 2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $51,779 to $62,135 per year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time per pay period (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html