*Federal Work-Study and availability as a graduate student during 24-25 school year are required* TITLE: Graduate Assistant Date: 2023-2024 DEPARTMENT: Career Center REPORTS TO: Director PURPOSE Major responsibility for providing Career Center services including meeting with students, engaging in outreach activities and presentations, assisting with Peer Advisor program, providing support to Career Counseling staff and gaining an understanding of the career development process. This is a 20 hour per week, academic year position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Meet individually with students including: career decision making, resume reviews, practice interviews, job search strategies, internships, and graduate school assistance. This includes both individual appointments and walk-in hour coverage. 2. Provide career counseling services to students including first year undecided students. 3. Deliver scheduled student presentations on career related topics. 4. Assist with the Peer Advising program. This includes hiring, training, and direct involvement in day-to-day operation of services. 5. Provide coverage of the front desk as needed, including answering the phone, scheduling appointments and providing general assistance to students, staff, faculty and employers. 6. Update handouts for students and stay current with career development trends for inclusion in educational materials. 7. Serve as “point” person for special projects including: CareerFest, Careers in Law and Justice and micro credentialing. 8. Represent the Career Center at outreach/marketing opportunities on campus. 9. Assist with Pre-Law related programs and student appointments. 10. Take notes and produce minutes for weekly staff meetings. 11. Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed. TO APPLY Please fill out this form or send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest in this position to BJ Roach (bj.roach@maine.edu). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.