Classification:  Student Services Professional II
Hours:  Full-time / 40 hours per week 
FLSA:  Exempt

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:  $5,083* mo.
CSU Salary Schedule
*CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: June 22, 2025
Recruitment Status:  Open Until Filled

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. 

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. 

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of the Center for Experiential Learning and Innovation, the Career Advisor serves as a key member of a dynamic team dedicated to empowering diverse learners to thrive in an evolving global workforce. Cal State University Monterey Bay seeks a forward-thinking, student-centered professional who blends traditional career guidance with innovative, future-focused practices. The Career Advisor is responsible for designing, delivering, and enhancing a wide range of career development services—including workshops, networking events, experiential learning opportunities, informational and marketing materials, and individualized advising sessions. This role leverages technology, labor market insights, and personalized coaching to help students explore career pathways, build essential 21st-century skills, and make informed, strategic decisions about their futures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Career and Academic/Career Connections Advising

Provides individualized and small group advising to an assigned caseload of students, offering comprehensive guidance on career exploration, academic pathways, and employment preparation. Utilizes career-related assessment tools to help students identify strengths, interests, and values, using an asset-based, strengths-focused approach to interpret results and connect them to meaningful academic and career decisions. Supports students holistically in setting and achieving personal, academic, and professional goals, including the development of career action plans and preparation for internships, jobs, and graduate or professional school opportunities.

2. Career Resources, Workshops, and Experiential Learning Integration

Designs, coordinates, and delivers a variety of career development workshops and programs tailored to diverse student populations. Topics include career exploration and planning, aligning academic pathways with long-term goals, job search strategies, résumé and cover letter writing, and interview preparation. Develops accessible and engaging resources in both print and digital formats to support students’ career readiness.

Promotes and facilitates student participation in high-impact experiential learning opportunities such as internships, co-ops, research projects, service learning, and micro-internships. Collaborates with faculty, staff, and campus partners to integrate these experiences into academic and co-curricular programming, ensuring they align with students’ career goals. Develops and delivers graduate school preparation resources, workshops, and presentations to help students understand admissions processes, application strategies, academic expectations, and funding opportunities for advanced study.

Fosters strong institutional partnerships by working closely with faculty, academic departments, student organizations, and other campus units to embed career development throughout the student journey and align initiatives with broader institutional priorities.

3. Employer & Industry Engagement and Professional Development

Cultivates and maintains strategic relationships with employers, alumni, and industry professionals to increase student access to internships, employment opportunities, mentorship, and professional networking. Collaborates with external partners to understand evolving workforce needs and facilitate meaningful connections between students and industry leaders. Engages in ongoing professional development to stay informed about current trends in higher education, career services, and the labor market. Actively participates in trainings, conferences, and professional communities to enhance knowledge, inform practice, and contribute to continuous improvement in career advising services.

4. Communication, Equity, and Inclusive Student Success

Manages the collection, organization, and distribution of information related to career opportunities, programs, and events relevant to students in assigned academic disciplines. Effectively engages students, faculty, staff, and community partners through diverse communication strategies, including email campaigns, social media, classroom presentations, newsletters, and individual or group meetings. Promotes equity and inclusion by fostering a welcoming, student-centered advising environment that respects and addresses the diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences of all students. Proactively supports the success of historically and marginalized student populations by ensuring equitable access to resources, opportunities, and support systems.

5. Special Events, Marketing, and Resource Development

Develops accessible, inclusive, and visually engaging career development resources and promotional materials to increase student awareness of and participation in career-related programs and services. Assists in the planning, coordination, and execution of signature events, including career fairs, graduate school fairs, and internship expos. Represents CSUMB Career Services at outreach and recruitment events, new student orientations, and campus-wide opportunity fairs, serving as an ambassador for the department and its mission.

Other Functions:

Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; procedures and activities of the program to which assigned; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and interview techniques, and of the principles of individual and group behavior.

Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multi-sexed and multi-aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:  Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth.   A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Education:  Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑ related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in a job-related field preferred. Prior career advising experience, including development of career resources and workshops for students, as well as one-on-one career counseling.  Experience supporting a diverse student population.  Working knowledge of FERPA and other federal regulations related to the release of educational records to third parties, general university policies and procedures.  Experience with Microsoft Office Professional Suite (particularly Excel), and Google Suite; Simplicity, Sales Force, or other products. 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
• The person holding this position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097 as a condition of employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083  as a condition of employment. 
• This position has been designated as a sensitive position with access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards.
• This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.
• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).  The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107.
• May require evenings and/or occasional weekend work.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time. May be required to work remotely, and occasional evenings or Saturdays. Travel required between campus offices and off-campus locations.

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.  

BENEFITS/PERKS: 

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable housing near main campus. The allocation of housing is subject to several factors, including availability, eligibility criteria, and specific program guidelines. For more information, visit: https://csumb.edu/corporation/employee-housing

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailinghumanresources@csumb.edu. All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/.

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.