CAREER SERVICES ADVISOR at Tulsa Welding School/Houston

Posted in Nonprofit - Social Services 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, Texas





Job Description:

Do you get satisfaction from helping people make their dreams come true? If you do, the Career Services Advisor at Tulsa Welding School - Houston might be the job for you! We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has a caring and engaging personality, a pleasant and steadfast demeanor, and great communication skills. A positive attitude and great work ethic are essential. This position is not for the faint-hearted. You will have to work hard and overcome obstacles, but you will truly change people’s lives.


 


Position Summary


The Career Services Advisor is responsible for preparing students to graduate and enter the workforce. The Career Services Advisor interacts with our students and partners with employers to make each experience at our school amazing.


 


Responsibilities



  • Updates and maintains the Employment database, documentation, reports and student records in accordance with company policies and accreditation requirements.

  • Provides communication to students regarding employment activities and opportunities.

  • Assists the Director in conducting periodic follow-up reports to determine employment success of graduates and employers' satisfaction with the quality of education.

  • Researches opportunities for current students and alumni by accessing local job search web sites, newspapers, state and local employment agencies and other creative means.

  • Maintains department files, supplies and other sources of information or items on record.

  • Maintains all employment verification records supporting student placements.

  • Collects and maintains complete and current documentation of daily activities (i.e., student records, placement database and placement waivers).

  • Assist unemployed students with part-time employment, while attending school.

  • Participate in public relations forums to promote the reputation and services of the school (i.e. job fairs, open houses, guest speakers, graduate job visits, etc.).

  • Assist students to develop employment goals, prepare resumes and interviewing skills.

  • Prepare students for the realistic working world through proper advisory.

  • Maintain individual weekly and monthly accreditation verification goals.

  • Provide employment assistance to students and graduates according to school policies, and federal and state regulations.

  • Researches opportunities for current students and alumni by accessing both locally and nationally job search web sites, newspapers, state and local employment agencies and other creative means.

  • Work effectively and collaboratively to achieve student placement goals.

  • Monitor and track job order status until they are closed.

  • Assist Director with planning Program Advisor Board meetings.

  • Mandatory attendance at semi-annual graduation.


 


Basic Qualifications



  • Associates degree preferred, but not required

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including problem-solving and decision-making

  • Maintain a positive attitude and strong student focus to inspire, engage, and coach potential students

  • Proven self-starter who continually pursues learning opportunities


 


Why should you apply?



  • Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision (with Company paid employee only dental & vision option) plus access to virtual doctor’s visits

  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options

  • 401(k) Employer Match

  • Short- & Long-Term Disability – Company Paid

  • Basic Life Insurance – Company Paid

  • 11 Paid Holidays

  • Your Birthday off – Company Paid

  • 2 weeks PTO – 1st yr.

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee referral bonus program

  • Headspace membership – Company Paid

  • Marquee Health Well-Being Program – Company Paid

  • Pet Insurance, Accident Insurance, and other optional insurance plans


 


StrataTech Education - Core Values


At StrataTech, we are zealous advocates of positive and sustainable life change through skilled trades education. We are laser focused on student success by focusing on organizational and operational improvements, a dedication to excellence in training programs, innovation and technology aligning industry transformations, and a culture built on human compassion, care, and service. Together, we are on fire to inspire and collectively strive to make a true impact in the lives of others. Collectively, our organizational core values are focused on promoting an incredible work environment, with genuine and authentic people, which is both challenging and fun, while focused on serving the needs of others. Together, we are united with the desire to make a positive impact in the lives we touch and in the communities we serve.


*Challenging and Fun


*Creating an Incredible Work Environment


*Genuine People


*Force For Good


We are laser focused on student success by focusing on organizational and operational improvements, a dedication to excellence in training programs, innovation and technology aligning industry transformations, and a culture built on human compassion, care, and service. Together, we are on fire to inspire and collectively strive to make a true impact in the lives of others.


 


StrataTech Education Group


StrataTech Education Group focuses on the acquisition, growth and development of specialized career education schools, particularly skilled-trade programs designed to address the nation’s growing infrastructure needs.


The company’s Tulsa Welding School subsidiary was founded in 1949 with campuses in Tulsa, Okla., Jacksonville, Fla., and Houston, Texas. Tulsa Welding School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and is a member of the American Welding Society and the Career Education Colleges and Universities. TWS-Jacksonville is a branch campus of Tulsa Welding School, located at 2545 E. 11th St., Tulsa, OK 74104. Licensed by OBPVS and ASBPCE. Licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. 2331. Tulsa Welding School & Technology Center (TWSTC), a branch campus of Tulsa Welding School, opened and started training students in 2014. TWSTC is located at 243A Greens Road in Houston, Texas.


The Refrigeration School, Inc (RSI) was founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 1965. RSI trains students in the technical services that are needed today and challenges the student to reach their highest level of academic knowledge and leadership capabilities. Accredited School, ACCSC. Licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Post Secondary Education.


 


**Candidates must be able to successfully pass a criminal history check and drug test.


 


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


 


Interested? Apply now!


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