Advisor, College and Career (2026-2027 School Year) (10162)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

College & Career Advisor

Evaluation Type

Paraprofessional

Department

Assigned Campus

Pay Grade

P6

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Date Revised

May 2025

Supervisor

Principal

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Career Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of computer operations
• Proficient skills in typing, word processing, and file maintenance
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Basic math skills
• Awareness and ability to access resources

Experience:

• Three to four (3-4) years of related work experience, preferably in a public education environment

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Student Support:

• Meet and assist persons coming into and calling the Career Center.
• Order and maintain supplies and equipment for the Career Center.
• Assist students with scholarship information, college applications, financial aid, NCAA information, Early College enrollment, and other career-related information.
• Help students to complete online college, FAFSA, and scholarship applications.
• Conduct an online career inventory for every eighth grade student and all interested high school students on a yearly basis.
• Inform students, staff, and parents about the career center resources through print, e-mail, and the district website.
• Assist with the annual BISD Career Fair and schedule college visitations.
• Assist in locating college and career resources.
• Order and maintain current career and college information in the Career Center.
• Attend career interest meetings with ACC and other Austin organizations.
• Prepare materials and schedule outside speakers for advisory clusters.
• Maintain all pertinent records for the career center.
• Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, so that the Career Center is open and available for students and parents.
• Ensure confidentiality at all times.
• Keep informed of and comply with all state and district policies and regulations
• concerning primary job functions.
• Articulate the district’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Project a positive image to the school and the community.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment up to 50 pounds
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours