Business Career Advisor - College of Business and Economics - 21844
ATTENTION:
The College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Business Career Manager (Career Development Coordinator, CM004).
JOB DETAILS:
Housed in the College of Business and Economics and reporting to the Business Career Manager, the Business Career Advisor plays a key role in enhancing the career readiness and professional development of business students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. This position has three primary responsibilities: (1) advising undergraduate and graduate students in their internship and job search efforts, (2) developing and maintaining employer partnerships to increase recruitment opportunities, and (3) teaching BEINDP 288 - Career Information, a required career development course for undergraduate business students. The Advisor collaborates with faculty, staff, alumni, and employers to connect students with meaningful career opportunities.
This position reports to the Business Career Services Manager and works collaboratively within the Career Services team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree completed by August 1st, 2025, or a bachelor's degree combined with substantial professional experience in business, that demonstrates a depth of knowledge beyond the classroom
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree preferred in higher education, business, or business education
- Experience (employment, assistantship, internship, etc.) working with career-bound students
- Experience in career advising in an academic setting or human resources, recruiting, or talent acquisition in a corporate setting is preferred
- Experience teaching academic courses
- Evidence of effective presentation/public speaking skills
- Knowledge of corporate culture and strategies for preparing students to succeed professionally
- Commitment to a service-oriented approach, with enthusiasm for helping individuals and groups
- Active participation in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and procedures
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Advising & Career Development
- Provide individual and group career advising to undergraduate and graduate business students in on-campus and online BBA, BS, and master's programs
- Guide students on career exploration, job and internship search strategies, professional documents (resumes, cover letters), and interview preparation
- Deliver outreach presentations to classes and student organizations as requested
- Support student participation in the CoBE Professional Development Program
Teaching & Instruction
- Instruct BEINDP 288 - Career Information, a required course for all undergraduate business students, focusing on career readiness, job search skills, and professionalism
- Maintain course materials, assessments, and grading in alignment with departmental standards
Employer Relations & Career Programming
- Collaborate on employer engagement strategies to enhance recruitment of UW-Whitewater students and alumni
- Assist in planning and executing college-specific career events, including career fairs and networking opportunities
- Maintain active membership in relevant professional associations (e.g., Wisconsin Association of Colleges and Employers, NACE)
Administrative & Campus Collaboration
- Build strong working relationships with CoBE faculty, department chairs, and other key stakeholders
- Attend Career Services staff meetings and participate in university, college, and divisional committees as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean, Director of Career Services, or Business Career Services Manager
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $55,000.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by June 12, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu.
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Heather Taplick
Dean's Assistant
262-472-1343
taplickh@uww.edu
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
This Job ID is 21844.
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