NOTICE OF VACANCY April 5, 2024 POSITION: Career Advisor LOCATION: Huntingtown High School POSITION SUMMARY: The Career Advisor supports the middle and high school career counseling program. Develops and implements programming that provides career and college activities for students in Grades 6-12. Supports high school students in connecting them to employment and apprenticeship programs during and after high school. REPORTS TO: Career & Technology Academy Principal/Career & Technical Education Director EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE: At the time of application, the candidate must hold or be eligible for: Associate degree in human services, business, social science, education or related field required. Bachelor degree preferred. Ability to earn the Global Career Development Facilitator certification within the 1st year of employment Five (5) years of successful full-time work experience Successful supervisory or management experience preferred KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS: (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.) At the time of application, the candidate must have: Knowledge of career development, counseling principles, and group dynamics Knowledge of local training schools and community services/employment opportunities Knowledge of apprenticeship models Ability to accurately compile, analyze and present statistical reports and data Ability to effectively organize work, establish priorities, manage time effectively and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment Ability to use creativity and originality in designing programs, creating partnerships, and developing services Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with state officials, community partners, business representatives, co-workers and customers Ability to be flexible, act as a team player, and provide quality internal and external customer service Ability to contribute towards career counseling program resource development. Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions. Proven ability to carry an assignment to its completion. Possesses a valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance. Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the duties and responsibilities listed below. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates and supervises career development activities/programs, including college, technical school and business tours, job embedded field trips, employment and college fairs, and speakers. Encourages the use of, and assist students with, career interest and other assessment instruments Provides professional advisement to students on apprenticeship, career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials, education, occupational training, and work experience Access, analyze, and synthesize information, interest inventories, career surveys, etc. generated by students using career platforms approved by the school system Collaborates with industry and business partners to foster student experiences for the Career Counseling Program. Collaborate with school counselors to support the student’s post-secondary education and career interests. Works in collaboration with Southern Maryland Workforce Development Board (WBD) and College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Community College career and advising staff to create career programs, source employers, and create opportunities for exploration in work and academic options. Facilitates individual, small group and/or full class experiences that allow students to develop a variety of skills (e.g. technology skills, study skills, digital and time management skills needed to succeed in an online course, professional communication and writing skills, etc.). Interacts with students face-to-face in physical space (via classroom instruction, office hours, informal meetings in breakout areas). Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to advise, mentor, and collaborate face-to-face and virtually with a wide range of learners and stakeholders (students, parents, colleagues, business partners. Collaborate with school staff to identify partnerships with business and community members for work-based learning experiences. Continuously elicit student and parent feedback re: their career experiences; analyze and respond to data and make recommendations to their supervisor. OTHER DUTIES: Performs related work as required or assigned by Director of CTE or building principal. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires significant periods of standing and walking and is performed in a typical school environment. UNUSUAL DEMANDS: May be subject to flexible hours. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten (10) month position and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the 2024- 2025 salary schedule for Scale 23. All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit. FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools. EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION: Immediate Vacancy APPLICATION PROCEDURE: This posting will remain open until filled. All applicants please apply through the applicant tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us http://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/