Adult Education Career Advisor PT

Adult Education Career Advisor PT

Aurora Downtown Campus

Part-time Support Staff

Hybrid Option : Yes

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Your future starts here - join us today!

The Adult Education Career Advisor supports adult learners in identifying and pursuing employment, apprenticeship, and further education opportunities. This role focuses on career readiness, individualized advising, and employer engagement, while also collaborating with community agencies and workforce development partners. The Advisor plays a key role in empowering students, many of whom face barriers to employment, to navigate career pathways successfully.

Provide one-on-one career advising, including resume development, job search strategies, interview coaching, and personal branding.

Plan, coordinate, and facilitate workshops on job readiness, career exploration, and soft skills.

Develop and maintain partnerships with local employers to generate job leads, internships, and apprenticeships.

Assist students in accessing career services, training resources, and job placement tools (e.g., Illinois WorkNet).

Serve as the college's on-site representative at the local American Job Center (WorkNet Center).

Work closely with workforce development agencies to support underemployed, unemployed, and underserved adult learners.

Track and report student progress, employment outcomes, and workshop participation per grant or institutional guidelines.

Provide culturally competent support to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including immigrants, returning citizens, and economically disadvantaged populations.

Attend staff meetings, professional development, and relevant workforce / community partner events.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Adult and Workforce Education.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Experience in advising, workforce development, social services, or adult education.

Knowledge of WIOA programs, vocational rehabilitation, and related employment services.

Demonstrated ability to support individuals facing employment barriers.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital job platforms.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Available to work select evening hours as needed.

Preferred :

Bilingual (Spanish / English or other languages common to the community served).

Experience with employment-focused grants and case management software.

Certification in career services (e.g., GCDF, CCSP) a plus.

Please attach the following documents when applying :

• Cover Letter-Yes
• Resume-Yes
• References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)
• Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

Position Details

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Grant Funded : Yes

Minimum Starting Rate : 24.64 - 29.69

Compensation Type : Hourly

Compensation : The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.

Work Schedule : Varies Some Nights Required

Work Hours : 25 hours / week

Testing : No

Targeted Hire Date : 11 / 3 / 2025

Benefits : Click to See Benefits Page

Special Instructions : This position is housed at our Downtown Aurora Campus and requires face-to-face interaction with students. Availability to travel to off-site locations and select evening availability is required

EOE, including disability and veteran