William Jessup University is a private non-profit Christian university. . Our mission statement is "In partnership with the Church, the purpose of William Jessup University is to educate transformational leaders for the glory of God.
For the complete job description and application process, please see our website: http://www.jessup.edu/employment
Job DescriptionOversee implementation of the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) academic program within the International MBA (I-MBA) program in San Jose. Based on contacts harvested through the I-MBA CPT program, develop and support work-based learning and career opportunities for all the programs offered at Jessup’s San Jose Campus. Additionally serve as the San Jose Designated School Official (DSO) for ensuring compliance with F-1 and/or M-1 visa requirements.
This is an Administrative Faculty position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Build and maintain relationships with local and regional corporations and organizations
to:
a. Develop new CPT and full time employment opportunities.
b. Identify future internship opportunities in accordance with Career & Life Planning systems and processes
c. Identify learning opportunities based on-site at these organizations
2. Work collaboratively with the academic advisor and career counselor for academic and career decision-making to improve student success.
3. Serve as Designated School Official for compliance with I-20 requirements.
4. Facilitate appropriate data sharing across Jessup departments.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree required (emphasis in general Business, HR, Communications, or related). A Bachelor’s degree with related experience in workforce development, career development or corporate recruiting can be substituted for Master’s degree.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of and experience with currently emerging occupations and current labor market trends
Experience with industry research/relationship development strategies
Knowledge of/or ability to learn the federal laws and regulations required of a Designated School Official to update and maintain the SEVIS records of non-immigrant students in F and M visa categories.
Must be supportive of and passionate about Christian-related higher education
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to develop and leverage effective relationships with organizations, community representatives, faculty, students and staff.
Must be creative and flexible in developing linkages between students and industry/CPT placements, and students/Career & Life Planning programming.
Ability to coach undergraduate and graduate students in pursuing career aspirations.
Must possess excellent written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
Must possess a passion for development of college students and the creation of a faith, citizenship and service-oriented culture.
Must possess the ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner and be sensitive to the needs of diverse populations.
Ability to function as part of a creative, collaborative and high energy team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the Internet required.
Proven track record of project completions, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle a high pressure environment with significant timeline pressures.
History of developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
For the complete job description and application process, please see our website: http://www.jessup.edu/employment
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The employee agrees to promote the values and mission of WJU as a private Christ-centered University and live a life consistent with biblical principles. The employee shall conduct himself/herself in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. Additionally, the employee may play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. This may include leading devotions and/or spiritual formation groups and seeking other opportunities consistent with a biblical spiritual formation role.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Business, HR, Communications, or related (or Bachelor's with related workforce/career development experience)
- Knowledge of emerging occupations and current labor market trends
- Experience with industry research and relationship development strategies
- Knowledge of federal laws and regulations for a Designated School Official and ability to maintain SEVIS records
- Supportive of and passionate about Christian higher education
- Ability to develop and leverage effective relationships with organizations, community representatives, faculty, students, and staff
- Ability to coach undergraduate and graduate students in career development
- Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research
- Proven track record of project completion, multi-tasking, and handling high-pressure timelines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with diverse populations
- Ability to work collaboratively on a creative, high-energy team
What We Do
William Jessup University is a private, non-profit Christian university located in Northern California. Its mission, in partnership with the Church, is to educate transformational leaders for the glory of God. The university offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines, focusing on integrating faith and learning to provide a holistic educational experience that prepares students for success in their chosen fields.
