The Industry Professional Advisor team provides specialized career guidance and industry-specific mentorship to students across CCA's academic divisions: Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, and Humanities & Sciences. In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Professional Development and Student Engagement and the Senior Director of Professional Engagement and External Partnerships, the advising team will serve as a bridge between the college and the industries they serve. They will support the cultivation of relationships with employers through networking opportunities, increasing professional engagement opportunities for students.
Under the guidance of the Senior Director and Assistant Director, the advisor team will lead a new initiative to develop collaborations with CCA faculty and program chairs, aligning professional development with career guidance and exploration to support students in exploring career options, understand job market trends, evaluate skills and interests, and align students' academic choices with potential career paths. This includes providing insights into various professions, job roles, and industries, as well as offering guidance on the necessary educational qualifications and training requirements. The Industry Professional Advisor may engage in functional responsibilities, providing assistance with professional engagement events within programs, identifying ongoing local professional development opportunities, and advising on current workshop topics and student engagement events necessary to keep students updated in the employment market.
This is a part-time (2-3 hours/week) temporary position based on the academic schedule.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Relations- 40%
Under CCA’s guidance, provide comprehensive support to students across all programs; advice on crafting effective resumes and cover letters, job search strategies, internship searches, interview practices, and skills development, crucial for gaining hands-on experience and building professional capabilities.
Reference online resources (Handshake, LinkedIn, listservs, social media) to connect students to employers and employment opportunities.
Foster an inclusive student culture that celebrates diversity, promotes mutual respect, encourages personal accountability, and nurtures leadership skills.
Professional Resources - 35%
Support CCA’s efforts to build employer partnerships for networking workshops/events/Job Fairs and expand career opportunities, including internships, that align with our academic programs.
Advise on workshop topics for both graduate and undergraduate students on essential professional development skills, such as:
Internship success strategies
Professional work practices
Understanding employer expectations
Interview Preparation
Resume writing techniques
Career path exploration
Stay current on relevant hiring trends and industry leaders, as well as artist studios and galleries pertinent to expertise.
Provide guidance on organizational and industry trends on employment and internship opportunities.
Identify and introduce CCA to new employers, professional connections, and artist associations relevant to expertise.
Administrative- 25%
Maintain accurate advising records with CCA’s job board data management system, Handshake.
Complete all up-to-date training requirements.
Collaborate with the college community on the strategic development of career resources and programs.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive issues and records.
Submit timely work hours logs in CCA’s payment system, Workday.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The Industry Professional Advisor role is crucial in guiding students toward professional success in the art and design industry. This position demands a comprehensive understanding of professional development resources and diverse career pathways within the field. The ideal candidate creatively identifies and leverages opportunities, networks, and resources to support students' growth and development. The role emphasizes collaboration, industry insight, and a student-centric approach, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their professional journeys both during their time at the institution and after graduation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required (BFA preferred) or work experience equivalent
Proven track record of success with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a related field to the programs offered by CCA. Seeking candidates who are actively engaged and contributing to the field.
Strong connections to industry organizations and professional networks
In-depth knowledge of:
Current employment trends and hiring practices
Job search strategies in a dynamic economy
Best practices in professional development
Fundamental understanding of labor and employment law
Strong written and verbal abilities, and practical presentation skills
Demonstrated organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to effectively serve diverse populations
Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrate experience mentoring or advising students in higher education
Understanding of art and design education pathways and career trajectories
Experience with Handshake or similar college job board platforms
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications and digital tools.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The range for this position is $35 - $45/hour
CCA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the choice of five medical plans, generous holiday, sick & vacation time, a retirement match and tuition remission. CCA covers an average of 91% of the medical plan cost for the employee only and an average of 82% for employees with dependents. More information can be found here: https://portal.cca.edu/working/office-human-resources/employee-benefits.
POSITION DETAILS:
CCA considers a full-time work week to be 37.5 hours per week.
Work Mode: Hybrid
This is a part-time (2-3 hours/week) temporary position, based on the academic semester. 15 weeks in the spring and 14 in the fall.
Location
San Francisco
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Additional Locations
Application Instructions
Applicants are required to attach a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Recommended document file formats are Word or PDF. If there are multiple attachments, we recommend compressing/zipping your files into a zip format file. There is also a place in the application for you to provide a link to large documents. Please submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions.
Application Deadline
For staff positions, screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
EEO Statement
As an educational and cultural institution, California College of the Arts has a responsibility to provide access and opportunities for all people, with special attention to supporting groups historically underrepresented in higher education.
We believe that a culturally diverse campus is integral to academic excellence, and our student, faculty, staff, and trustee bodies should reflect the diverse world in which we live, with attention to race, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and ability.
California College of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to its diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. If a background check is required for a position, it will be noted in the job posting.
Questions?
Please address any questions to [email protected].
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