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Lead Career Advisor

Metairie, LA

$48K - $55K/yr

Career TEAM is hiring a Lead Career Advisor as part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program to work with WIOA and Unemployed and Underemployed Adult Job Seeker customers. This ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Covington, TN

$40K - $45K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

El Paso, TX

$44K - $48K/yr

TITLE: Career Advisor REPORTS TO: Program Manager LOCATION: Borderplex Region EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Non Exempt Employee Career Team is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Crossville, TN

$40K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Terrell, TX

$45K - $55K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Farmington, NM

$25.75 - $26.35/hr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Ripley, TN

$40K - $45K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career TEAM

Career Advisor

El Paso, TX · On-site

$44K - $48K/yr

TITLE: Career Advisor REPORTS TO: Program Manager LOCATION: Borderplex Region EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Non Exempt Employee Career Team is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Covington, TN · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career TEAM

Career Advisor

Ripley, TN

$40K - $45K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Tacoma, WA

$25.48 - $26.44/hr

Career Advisor (WorkSource) REPORTS TO: Team Lead LOCATION: Tacoma, WA EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Employee Career Team is looking for a high energy, service driven individual to be a ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

El Paso, TX · On-site

$44K - $48K/yr

TITLE: Career Advisor REPORTS TO: Program Manager LOCATION: Borderplex Region EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Non Exempt Employee Career Team is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform ...

Career Team

Career Advisor

Terrell, TX · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the ...

Career TEAM

Lead Career Advisor

Jefferson, LA

$48K - $55K/yr

Career TEAM is hiring a Lead Career Advisor as part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program to work with WIOA and Unemployed and Underemployed Adult Job Seeker customers. This ...

Career TEAM

Career Advisor

Terrell, TX

$45K - $55K/yr

The Career Advisor reports to the Executive Director . The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. The Career Advisor is an integral part of our team and will ...

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How much do career adviser jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for career adviser in the United States is $24.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Career Adviser, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Career Adviser, you need a background in counseling, career development, or human resources, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as the NCDA or GCDF. Familiarity with career assessment tools, job search platforms, and labor market information systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and the ability to motivate others help build trust and guide clients effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for providing tailored advice and empowering individuals to make informed career decisions.

What are career advisers?

Career advisers are professionals who help individuals make informed decisions about their education, training, and career paths. They provide guidance on job searching, resume writing, interview preparation, and career planning. Career advisers work in a variety of settings, including schools, universities, employment agencies, and private practices. Their goal is to support clients in identifying their strengths and interests, exploring career options, and achieving their professional goals.

How does a Career Adviser typically collaborate with educational institutions and employers to support clients?

Career Advisers often build strong relationships with local schools, colleges, universities, and employers to provide clients with up-to-date information about job openings, internships, and training programs. They may organize career fairs, workshops, or employer talks, and frequently act as a liaison to facilitate placements or work experience opportunities. This collaboration helps Career Advisers tailor their advice and resources to current labor market trends, ensuring clients receive relevant guidance for their career development.
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Infographic showing various Career Adviser job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Internship, 13% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 30% Temporary, 44% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 73% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,320 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Career Adviser

SCAD - Savannah College of Art and Design

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$20.25 - $27/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

As a career adviser, you will guide students and alumni in an assigned school and set of majors. Responsibilities include one-on-one student or alumni career planning, advising, and counseling to assess individual career development needs and provide advice on career advising benchmarks. You will also help students and alumni explore the requirements of their career goals, providing counsel on issues related to career identification and decision-making. Among other duties, you will recommend trainings and workshops for professional development in academic, personal, and pre-professional settings for which you will help students and alumni register for on 12twenty. An awareness of students and alumni who may require evaluation for a special need or circumstance is required.
In this role, you will maintain an essential database of information and manage interactions with the career advising benchmarks (CAB) system. You will ensure student engagement is extensively documented, showing the quality of individual and group work, and promptly reply to requested reports according to university goals and guidelines. Additionally, you will oversee seminars and other events designated to your academic school throughout the job search process or as assignees apply to graduate or professional schools. In collaboration with the career and alumni success (CAS) team, you will plan and implement annual Career Fair and Alumni Weekend events as well as informational programs for students and their parents. Collaborations with employers, faculty, and staff to develop internship and employment opportunities will also occur as well as partnerships with the deans and department chairs on career development events and activities.
In this position, you will plan and implement location-wide career development seminars, workshops, and presentations to educate students on the capabilities of CAS. You will also serve as a liaison to industry professionals and assist with career and freelance opportunities for alumni. Among other duties, you will build relationships with businesses that can provide career opportunities for students and alumni and coordinate with various academic departments, students, and alumni to schedule the employer visits. Additionally, you will plan, implement, and host recruitment visits to SCAD. You will also schedule visits with area businesses to develop and strengthen relationships. Other duties may be assigned to ensure the success of the students and contributions of CAS.
The ideal candidate demonstrates outstanding communication, presentation, organizational and project management skills. They understand the career development process and the art and design job market and possess a working understanding of information management systems and web-based technology. The candidate always maintains a student-centered focus and manages their personal presentation through dress and conduct. They keep in mind the quality of personal interactions and professional engagements with students and alumni.
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with strong work history
  • Experience in career advising, recruiting, or a related industry
  • Experience working with diverse populations

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree

Travel required:
  • Less than 10%

Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.
ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.

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