Job Details
Career Advisor
Career Advisor
Posting Number: SF02238
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 10
Pay Grade Range: Salary Hiring Range: $56,000 - $60,000
Department: Dean, College of Business
Campus Location: Kingston
Job Description Summary:
Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by
11/02/2026. Applications received after 11/02/2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI:
The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide comprehensive career counseling and advising services to undergraduate, graduate, and recent alumni of the College of Business. Guide students through all aspects of career development, including self-assessment, career exploration, job search preparation, interviewing strategies, networking techniques, and the effective use of AI-powered and other web-based career resources.
Develop and deliver career education programs, workshops, and advising services for both individuals and groups engaged in the career planning and assessment process. Support the planning and execution of signature events, initiatives, and programs that advance students' educational and professional goals.
Collaborate closely with faculty, staff, student organizations, and partners across the University, including the Center for Career and Experiential Education, to ensure effective referral processes, coordinated student support services, and the integration of career and experiential learning opportunities within the College of Business and across the institution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Counsel and advise College of Business students and recent alumni on career development and career decision-making through individual consultations and group programs.
Assist students in identifying career goals, exploring academic and professional pathways, developing job search strategies, and preparing for employment or further education opportunities.
Assist in the development, promotion of, and support of the College of Business Career Pathways Program in collaboration with the experiential education coordinator and other career team staff, including the assistant director of employer relations.
Design, develop, promote, and facilitate workshops, events, and educational programs that assist students and recent graduates in making informed decisions related to career planning, employment opportunities, further education, and long-term professional development.
Work closely with College of Business advisors, experiential education coordinator, academic areas, and student organizations to facilitate cooperation and collaborative programming.
Assist in the coordination and support of employer engagement activities, including networking events, employer information sessions, mock interviews, career fairs, and career day event activities, and other internship recruitment initiatives.
Guide students in the development of resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios, and other career-related materials.
Assist students in identifying and utilizing AI-powered career tools and other web-based resources to support career exploration, job searching, and professional development.
Assist, coordinate, and collaborate with instructors as required for various classes at the college and other career readiness curriculum.
Stay current on labor market trends, employer hiring practices, career development theory, and emerging technologies impacting workforce readiness.
Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives that support student retention, engagement, career readiness, and post-graduation success.
Assist in other areas as needs arise, working in a flexible manner to continuously improve services.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in College of Business and University of Rhode Island related initiatives and serve on various University committees as needed.
Represent the College of Business and Career Services at regional professional associations, conferences, and professional development workshops.
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Utilize personal computers, printers, presentation technology, and standard business software applications, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheet programs, to support career advising, program delivery, assessment, and administrative functions.Deliver presentations using digital projection technology and other instructional tools. Maintain the flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend hours to support student programming, employer events, career fairs, and other College and University initiatives.
Posting Date: 10/19/2026
To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17214
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Posting Number: SF02238
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 10
Pay Grade Range: Salary Hiring Range: $56,000 - $60,000
Department: Dean, College of Business
Campus Location: Kingston
Job Description Summary:
Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by
11/02/2026. Applications received after 11/02/2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
About URI:
The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide comprehensive career counseling and advising services to undergraduate, graduate, and recent alumni of the College of Business. Guide students through all aspects of career development, including self-assessment, career exploration, job search preparation, interviewing strategies, networking techniques, and the effective use of AI-powered and other web-based career resources.
Develop and deliver career education programs, workshops, and advising services for both individuals and groups engaged in the career planning and assessment process. Support the planning and execution of signature events, initiatives, and programs that advance students' educational and professional goals.
Collaborate closely with faculty, staff, student organizations, and partners across the University, including the Center for Career and Experiential Education, to ensure effective referral processes, coordinated student support services, and the integration of career and experiential learning opportunities within the College of Business and across the institution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Counsel and advise College of Business students and recent alumni on career development and career decision-making through individual consultations and group programs.
Assist students in identifying career goals, exploring academic and professional pathways, developing job search strategies, and preparing for employment or further education opportunities.
Assist in the development, promotion of, and support of the College of Business Career Pathways Program in collaboration with the experiential education coordinator and other career team staff, including the assistant director of employer relations.
Design, develop, promote, and facilitate workshops, events, and educational programs that assist students and recent graduates in making informed decisions related to career planning, employment opportunities, further education, and long-term professional development.
Work closely with College of Business advisors, experiential education coordinator, academic areas, and student organizations to facilitate cooperation and collaborative programming.
Assist in the coordination and support of employer engagement activities, including networking events, employer information sessions, mock interviews, career fairs, and career day event activities, and other internship recruitment initiatives.
Guide students in the development of resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios, and other career-related materials.
Assist students in identifying and utilizing AI-powered career tools and other web-based resources to support career exploration, job searching, and professional development.
Assist, coordinate, and collaborate with instructors as required for various classes at the college and other career readiness curriculum.
Stay current on labor market trends, employer hiring practices, career development theory, and emerging technologies impacting workforce readiness.
Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives that support student retention, engagement, career readiness, and post-graduation success.
Assist in other areas as needs arise, working in a flexible manner to continuously improve services.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in College of Business and University of Rhode Island related initiatives and serve on various University committees as needed.
Represent the College of Business and Career Services at regional professional associations, conferences, and professional development workshops.
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Utilize personal computers, printers, presentation technology, and standard business software applications, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheet programs, to support career advising, program delivery, assessment, and administrative functions.Deliver presentations using digital projection technology and other instructional tools. Maintain the flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend hours to support student programming, employer events, career fairs, and other College and University initiatives.
Posting Date: 10/19/2026
To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17214
Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
je-663e8921e50549b9b92853a6a59f94be