Peer Career Advisor (Generalist)

Peer Career Advisor (Generalist) JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Code: 10070

Job Title: Peer Career Advisor (Generalist)

Department: University Career Center 

Reports to: Career Education and Training Manager 

FLSA Status: Student Employment - Hourly 

Prepared By: Career Education and Training Manager 

Revision Date: May 8, 2024 

Summary: This position supports the University Career Center mission of providing students and alumni with programs and services to prepare them in career development and successful employment upon graduation.

The primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary responsibilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents; immediate supervisor or manager. 

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. This position is subject to abide by the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educational records. 

Purpose and Mission 

Join our team and gain valuable skills that will benefit you in your future career and make an impact in the lives of fellow UTEP Miners!  Are you seeking an opportunity to enhance your leadership, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills? If yes, then the Peer Career Advisor (PCA) role at UTEP is designed for you. As a PCA, you will assist your fellow UTEP Miners.  Your role is to provide career information, resources, and referrals, and you will represent the Career Center at various university programs and functions across campus. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILTIES: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Qualifications 

• No previous experience needed; training will be provided. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
• Must demonstrate professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Should be classified as a freshman or sophomore.
• Must be a degree-seeking student in any college.
• Must submit to a background check.
• Ability to commit to work at least three semesters.
• Be enrolled full-time, with at least 12 hours during the fall and spring semesters.
• Be in good academic standing with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Responsibilities 

• Serve as the first point of contact for undergraduate students at the Career Center, enhancing their understanding of available career planning resources.
• Assist students individually and in groups with various career-planning activities, such as résumé reviews, job search strategies, and interview preparation.
• Plan, schedule, and present workshops in the assigned college, working alongside a team of Peer Career Advisors and with the support of the Career Education Manager.
• Coordinate or assist with programming and outreach events, such as professional panels, internship panels, and networking events.
• Participate as a representative of the Career Center, supporting the Department's functions and programs, including career fairs.
• Promote and publicize Career Center events.
• Provide input and feedback to the Career Center professional staff regarding student needs and service/program/workshop requests.
• Assist with the recruitment and training of new Peer Career Advisors.
• Attend training sessions, meetings, and retreats as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Work closely with the Career Education and Training Coordinator.
• Assist with New Student Orientation, tabling events, and commencement survey efforts.
• Occasionally cover the front desk, answering phones, welcoming visitors, and providing general information.
• Occasional evening and weekend work.
• Comply with all State, Federal, and University policies.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND 

This offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome of your criminal background check in accordance with university guidelines and grant/contract requirements. You will be required to complete forms and submit documentation proving your eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of employment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. 

OUR PROMISE TO YOU 

By working at the UTEP Career Center, you will grow as a professional. Skills you will enhance and/or develop include communication, critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, and leadership. These skills are part of the UTEP EDGE Promise, which aims to prepare you to successfully enter the world of work. 

EO/AA STATMENT 

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law.