How to hire a career consultant

How to hire a career consultant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step career consultant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a career consultant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new career consultant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a career consultant, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A career consultant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, career consultants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of career consultants.

   Type of Career Consultant	Description	Hourly rate
   Career Consultant	School counselors help students develop academic and social skills and succeed in school. Career counselors assist people with the process of making career decisions by helping them develop skills or choose a career or educational program.	$16-34
   Evaluator	An evaluator is responsible for assessing a speakers' speech, identifying areas of improvement, and providing constructive feedback to hone their communication skills and boost their self-confidence. Evaluators analyze speech delivery, including unnecessary fillers and mannerisms that may distract the audience from the speaker's presentation... Show more	$16-34
   Admissions Advisor	The admissions advisor's work involves meeting with potential students and organizing recruitment events in the admissions offices of colleges and universities. Their tasks also include informing students and families about the application process, requirements for admission, financial aid, and enrollment steps... Show more	$12-50

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Career Development
   • Career Planning
   • Career Exploration
   • Career Services
   • Interview Preparation
   • Career Assessments
   • Financial Aid
   • Interview Techniques
   • Community Resources
   • Mock Interviews
   • MBTI
   • Vocational Rehabilitation
   • Employment Trends
   • Employment Services

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage payroll, benefits and insurance administration.
   • Perform such duties as heavy data entry for TANF program.
   • Maintain a caseload of customer's that are receiving TANF and Medicaid to ensure compliance are kept for assistance.
   • Develop and facilitate outplacement programs across healthcare, scientific research and higher education sectors.
   • Require to travel and provide services in Raleigh, Fayette, and Nicholas counties.
   • Present instructional/DW PowerPoint presentations to students every last semester.

   More career consultant duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your career consultant job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A career consultant can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, career consultants' average salary in maine is 53% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level career consultants 51% less than senior-level career consultants.
   • Certifications. A career consultant with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a career consultant's salary.

   Average career consultant salary

   $50,813yearly

   $24.43 hourly rate

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   Entry-level career consultant salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

   Average career consultant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$67,511	$32
   2	New York	$57,434	$28
   3	Maryland	$54,629	$26
   4	New Jersey	$52,990	$25
   5	Texas	$52,472	$25
   6	Pennsylvania	$49,241	$24
   7	Wisconsin	$48,790	$23
   8	Oregon	$48,526	$23
   9	Michigan	$45,922	$22
   10	Colorado	$45,294	$22
   11	Utah	$45,010	$22
   12	Missouri	$40,049	$19

   Average career consultant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Oakland University	$62,328	$29.97
   2	Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs	$54,795	$26.34
   3	Ramboll	$54,723	$26.31
   4	Ocean County Utilities Authority	$53,325	$25.64
   5	University of Rochester	$52,804	$25.39	1
   6	Aerotek	$52,442	$25.21
   7	R&R Insurance	$52,198	$25.10
   8	University of Pittsburgh	$49,316	$23.71	1
   9	Sysco	$49,215	$23.66	4
   10	University of Colorado	$48,918	$23.52	2
   11	IntelliPro	$48,143	$23.15

4. Writing a career consultant job description

   A career consultant job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a career consultant job description:

   Career consultant job description example

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   Career Opportunities: Part Time! Flexible Schedule! Some nights and Weekends Preferred!Customer Experience Coor (1993782)
   
   
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   Style is never in short supply at our more than 1,000 TJ Maxx stores. They all have different products, but the same commitment to the thrill of the find. From designers straight off the runway to statement jewelry, we offer exciting surprises that make the everyday a little more fun. Same with working here. Our environment is ever-changing, yet always encouraging. Each shift is a new opportunity to Discover Different.
   
   Posting Notes: TJ Maxx Store 1046 || 1301 C South Park St || Carrollton || GA || 30117
   
   Job Summary:
   
   Responsible for promoting an excellent customer experience. Oversees a team of Associates at front of store ensuring prompt, courteous customer service and promotion of loyalty programs. Leads by example by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
   
   Responsibilities:
   
   + Role models exceptional customer service
   
   + Creates a positive internal and external customer experience
   
   + Promotes a culture of honesty and integrity; maintains confidentiality
   
   + Takes an active role in training and mentoring Associates on front end principals using appropriate company resources and tools
   
   + Trains and coaches Associates on personalizing the customer experience while promoting loyalty programs
   
   + Assigns registers, supports and responds to POS coverage needs, and coordinates breaks for all Associates
   
   + Addresses customer concerns and issues promptly, ensuring a positive customer experience
   
   + Ensures Associates execute tasks and daily activities in accordance with store plan; reprioritizes as needed
   
   + Communicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides periodic progress updates
   
   + Provides and accepts ongoing recognition and constructive feedback
   
   + Partners with Management on Associate training needs to increase effectiveness
   
   + Ensures adherence to all labor laws, policies, and procedures
   
   + Promotes credit and loyalty programs during customer interactions
   
   + Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs
   
   + Promotes safety awareness and supports maintenance of a risk-free environment
   
   + Performs other duties as assigned
   
   Requirements:
   
   + Available to work flexible schedule to support business needs, including nights and weekends.
   
   + Strong understanding of merchandising techniques
   
   + Capable of handling multiple tasks at one time
   
   + Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
   
   + Ability to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations
   
   + Team player, working effectively with peers and supervisors to accomplish tasks
   
   + Strong communication skills
   
   + Ability to train others
   
   + One year retail and 6 months of leadership experience.
   
   At TJ Maxx there's so much potential to discover something new. A new day means new merchandise, and a fresh chance to reinvent retail. Discover Different means that we want you to bring your whole self and your sense of style to work with you every day - just as Associates do throughout the entire TJX family, which includes Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense.
   
   Discover Different also means we embrace each other's differences and unique perspectives. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.
   
   Posting Notes: TJ Maxx Store 1046 || 1301 C South Park St || Carrollton || GA || 30117

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right career consultant for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your career consultant job on Zippia to find and recruit career consultant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting career consultants requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new career consultant

   Once you have selected a candidate for the career consultant position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new career consultant. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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