Career Advisor I @ University of Kentucky

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Career Advisor I. The role involves supporting undergraduate career development through advising, programming, campus partnerships, and peer advisor development, helping students explore majors, build career readiness, and prepare for successful post-graduation outcomes.

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Provide career advising and programming for students exploring or reconsidering majors and career paths.
Address career assessment, exploration, internship and job search strategies, and decision-making.
Support students with internships, career transitions, and graduate school preparation.
Develop workshops, events, and resources to help students identify career pathways.
Deliver outreach presentations and programs for students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
Partner with Employer Relations and Community Partnerships to build employer connections.
Track and evaluate student career development progress and program outcomes.
Collect engagement data and prepare reports on programs and outcomes.
Require proficiency in career management technologies like Handshake, Big Interview, Focus2, CRM systems, and data dashboards.
Qualifications include a Master's degree, three years related experience, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

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Job Title	Career Advisor I
Requisition Number	RE55155
Working Title
Department Name	1B210:Career and Academic Support
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	44
Salary Range	$44,678-71,469/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; and walking to/from meetings/events.
Shift	Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends.
Job Summary	The Career Advisor supports undergraduate career development through advising, programming, campus partnerships, and peer advisor development. The role helps students explore majors and careers, build career readiness, connect academic experiences to career pathways, and prepare for post-graduation success. Responsibilities include: Provide career advising and programming, especially for students exploring or reconsidering majors and career paths. Address career assessment, exploration, internship and job search strategies, and decision-making. Support students with internships, career transitions, and graduate school preparation. Develop workshops, events, and resources that help students identify career pathways. Deliver outreach presentations and programs for students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Partner with Employer Relations and Community Partnerships to strengthen employer connections. Track and evaluate student career development efforts and outcomes. Collect engagement data and prepare reports on programs and outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Well-organized; excellent follow-through. Experience in counseling, advising, or teaching students/adults. Utilize career management technologies (e.g., Handshake, Big Interview, Focus2, CRM systems, and data dashboards) to support student engagement and service delivery. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and interface with employers, students, alumni, faculty, and administrators. Ability to embrace and drive change; manage multiple priorities independently and in a team. Proficient in web-based software; Microsoft Word and Excel required. Effective oral/written communication, program planning, presentation, and computer skills. Ability to establish rapport with students, faculty, employers, and staff. Willingness to work collaboratively with academic units. Service-oriented approach. Careful attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of experience
Deadline to Apply	07/24/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Job Title	Career Advisor I
Requisition Number	RE55155
Working Title
Department Name	1B210:Career and Academic Support
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	44
Salary Range	$44,678-71,469/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; and walking to/from meetings/events.
Shift	Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends.
Job Summary	The Career Advisor supports undergraduate career development through advising, programming, campus partnerships, and peer advisor development. The role helps students explore majors and careers, build career readiness, connect academic experiences to career pathways, and prepare for post-graduation success. Responsibilities include: Provide career advising and programming, especially for students exploring or reconsidering majors and career paths. Address career assessment, exploration, internship and job search strategies, and decision-making. Support students with internships, career transitions, and graduate school preparation. Develop workshops, events, and resources that help students identify career pathways. Deliver outreach presentations and programs for students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Partner with Employer Relations and Community Partnerships to strengthen employer connections. Track and evaluate student career development efforts and outcomes. Collect engagement data and prepare reports on programs and outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Well-organized; excellent follow-through. Experience in counseling, advising, or teaching students/adults. Utilize career management technologies (e.g., Handshake, Big Interview, Focus2, CRM systems, and data dashboards) to support student engagement and service delivery. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and interface with employers, students, alumni, faculty, and administrators. Ability to embrace and drive change; manage multiple priorities independently and in a team. Proficient in web-based software; Microsoft Word and Excel required. Effective oral/written communication, program planning, presentation, and computer skills. Ability to establish rapport with students, faculty, employers, and staff. Willingness to work collaboratively with academic units. Service-oriented approach. Careful attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of experience
Deadline to Apply	07/24/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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