Career Counselor

Career Counselor

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 Posting Information 

Posting Number  | 2026135
Posting/Functional Title  | Career Counselor
University Pay Plan Title  | Career Counselor
Location  | San Marcos
Department  | Career Services
Recruitment Type  | Open Recruiting
Job Type  | Full-Time
Funding Source  | Permanent
Monthly Salary  | $3,916.67 - $4,166.67
Job Category  | Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.  | Master’s or other advanced degree, or five years relevant work experience in career counseling or career advising. Prior professional or para-professional work experience within a university setting. Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications  | Bachelor’s or advanced degree in counseling, healthcare/, or other related field. Experience in one-on-one or group career counseling/advising, especially within a university setting. Knowledge of career theory and practice, including career exploration and assessment, informational interviewing, experiential learning/internships, resume and cover letter writing, job interviewing, job search strategies, and preparing for graduate or professional school. Knowledgeable in undergraduate and graduate academic programs aligned with healthcare professions. Experience designing and/or delivering career readiness presentations. LPC certification or on track toward LPC certification. Experience recruiting, training, and supervising other counselors.

Job Description  | Career Counselors are responsible for providing a broad range of programs and services to the university’s students and alumni including personalized career counseling, recommending, and assisting with use of online resources, and providing educational workshops and presentations. Career counselors regularly collaborate with faculty and staff in order to support curricular and co-curricular career readiness initiatives.

Job Duties  | Provide individual career counseling to students/alumni, assisting with career exploration as well as the development and execution of internship, practicum, and job search strategies. Provide career support to, and draw information from the College of Health Professions, working collaboratively with faculty and staff to improve career readiness and professional opportunities for students and alumni. Assist faculty with development and implementation of programs, assignments, or events, designed to improve the career readiness of students and alumni. In collaboration with relevant department and university staff, represent Texas State University to current and prospective employers. This includes understanding relevant workforce needs and helping recruit and retain employers representing part-time, full-time, and experiential education opportunities, particularly those careers and industries specific to students and academic programs relevant to the College of Health Professions. Support and promote communications and marketing efforts of the department as well as relevant programming within assigned colleges, drafting regular communications for targeted releases to students, alumni, and employers. Assist with coordinating, planning, promoting, and executing the career center’s various job, internship, and graduate school fairs and other special events. Seek out and participate in relevant professional development and community engagement opportunities to continue developing knowledge, skills, and abilities required by the profession, staying current within the field and higher education trends. Represent the department and division on university committees and workgroups.

Additional Information to Applicants   
Job Open Date  | 11/13/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)  | 12/11/2025
Open Until Filled  | No
Normal Work Days  | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start  | 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End  | 5:00PM

Posting Notices   
Legal and Required Notices  | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Choose Texas State University?  | Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks. Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Quick Link  | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54252

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