Job Summary:
The Director of Career Services is responsible for advising, managing, and supporting students throughout their job search process. This individual partners with others to develop and implement programs and services such as employer recruitment, information sessions, and group presentations, designed to foster purposeful connections between students, alumni, and employees.
Essential Functions:
- Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.
- Prepare, coach, and advise students regarding all phases of internship and job preparation, and career coaching.
- Develop, manage, and deliver Career Development-sponsored events for students and alumni such as networking events, recruitment events, career fairs, roundtable events, and speakers; conduct assessments to evaluate program(s) effectiveness; apply findings for program improvement.
- Assist in the creation of documents, procedures, and policies that align with industry standards and internship best practices, complete administrative functions of internship logistics.
- Develop and maintain relationships with campus stakeholders by presenting to classes, student groups, athletic teams, alumni & parent groups, etc. to promote internships and provide professional development opportunities.
- Maintain effective communication with employers, faculty, staff, and students; create effective marketing strategies /materials to increase participation in Career Services events.
- Maintain appropriate communication with employers utilizing tiered response system.
Technology:
- Mange online career management platform – Handshake: oversee all new and existing employer accounts, job, and internship postings; approve and post career events; post and manage career fairs and employer registrations; maintain and update employer contact information; etc.
- Assist in the collection and analysis of outcomes and recruitment data, develop reports utilizing Handshake and others.
- Assist with social medica and develop relevant content to promote office services, events, and career related topics.
Qualifications/Education:
- Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.
- 12-month full-time administrative position with master’s degree preferred and Driver’s License required.
- Ability to work some evening and weekend hours to support University events and initiatives.
- Experience in higher education or demonstrated experience working with students, faculty and community partners and diverse populations. Knowledge of higher education and vocational education is desired.
- Working knowledge of best practices in career development.
- Excellent writing, public speaking, and proven PC skills, including web development and social media.
- Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously, independently, and as part of a team, while maintaining positive relationships with faculty, Staff, students, alumni, and community partners.
Employee Benefits:
Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:
- Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
- Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
- Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You will get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
- Time Off & Flexibility: Take advantage of 20 paid holidays each year, including 5 floating holidays, and the possibility of flexible or hybrid work options for many roles.
- Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
- On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.
- Employee Meal Plan: This plan provides convenient, flexible dining options on campus at a reduced cost.
Physical Requirements:
- Attendance is required in order to perform the duties of this job.
- Ability to lift 20 pounds or more.
Skills Required
- Master's degree preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Experience in higher education or demonstrated experience working with students, faculty, community partners, and diverse populations
- Knowledge of higher education and vocational education
- Working knowledge of career development best practices
- Excellent writing and public speaking skills
- Proven PC skills, including web development and social media
- Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and collaboratively
- Ability to work some evening and weekend hours
- Ability to lift 20 pounds or more
- Commitment to the university mission, core values, diversity, equity, and inclusion
What We Do
As one of only 24 Franciscan institutions in the United States, we believe in developing ethical leaders with moral courage and a commitment to service. Our values-based learning philosophy and emphasis on experiential learning opens doors to careers with a variety of companies throughout the region and nation. Alvernia combines the personal touch and attention of a small private college with the outstanding academics of a university. Our students benefit from a liberal arts foundation that helps them develop their own passions and goals. They also receive first-rate professional preparation to provide them with the skills and knowledge needed for career success. Taught by faculty who are experts in their fields, our students appreciate the small class sizes and breadth of our academic programs. Our School of Graduate and Adult Education offers several graduate programs and dozens of degree-completion programs across nearly every field to prepare students for the life and career they want to pursue.
