Executive Director of the Stevens Career Center

Company: Stevens Institute of Technology
Location: Hoboken
Posted on: November 16, 2020

Job Description:

Executive Director of the Stevens Career Center Job Description Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, the Executive Director of the Stevens Career Center provides strategic direction and leadership for an efficient, high-volume career center operation in alignment with the career education needs and professional development of Stevens students. The Stevens Career Center is staffed by ten career and cooperative education advisement professionals, two part-time staff members, and an administrative assistant. The Center provides career-related services in support of the mission of Stevens Institute of Technology to students pursuing bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees in engineering, the sciences, business and management, the humanities and the arts. Provide visionary and strategic leadership for the delivery of comprehensive career services programs that support the career aspirations of Stevens students. Direct and manage the university career services staff and operations to assist students, faculty, and employers in the development of career education, career identification and search, cooperative and experiential education, and the pursuit of employment opportunities. Administer quality services and programming focused on building student competencies, guiding students in discovering their career interests, and engaging students in career planning. Increase, develop, and maintain employer relationships that include relationship cultivation and an increased participation in Career Center activities, such as the on-campus recruitment program, career fairs, the cooperative education program, the summer internship program, and a variety of workshops and information sessions. Continually expand the employer base and the scope of services to that the Career Center provides the widest array of services possible to the broadest mix of academic and corporate clients. Develop new contacts with external organizations to expand employment opportunities for students. Review and supervise the on-campus recruitment and interviewing processes as well as resume referral and job-listing services for current students. Provide professional development opportunities and training, including for workshops, seminars, and conferences for ten full-time staff members and two part-time staff members to promote a student-centered operation that provides outstanding support and guidance. Provide career advising expertise to students regarding the job-search process, interviewing, resume, and letter writing, and all other facets of career planning. Conduct workshops, seminars, and other presentations. Coordinate and collaborate with the Deans, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and other Stevens offices to discuss Stevens career services and represent the Stevens experience to prospective students, families, alumni, trustees, corporate partners, and potential donors. Communicate with department chairs and faculty to ensure that the Career Center is meeting the needs of students in each of the academic colleges and departments. Monitor student engagement and provide student outcomes reporting, including an annual report on the career outcomes of the undergraduate senior class. Constantly monitor, analyze, and evaluate current scope of services offered and plan, implement, and direct new programs and services. Maintain knowledge of career services technologies and provide the delivery of appropriate technological solutions to ensure operational efficiency and effective communication. Overseeing fiscal planning, budget management and data-driven assessment. Direct the production of written materials, including social media and website content that promotes the services and outcomes of the Career Center. Maintain knowledge of employment trends, the job market, employer relationship development, and best practices in experiential programming that includes cooperative education and internships. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Master?s degree in counseling, higher education, student services, or other relevant experience required. A successful candidate will have a minimum of ten years of full-time employment within higher education and/or corporate recruiting. Demonstrated career counseling ability and presentation skills effective across a diverse student population. Results-driven with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills in a customer service-oriented setting and discretion when accessing and handling confidential information. Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. Experience managing a large, diverse staff and mentoring, training and guiding them to be a best in class career services operation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative organization. Must be willing to gain a deep understanding of Stevens academic programs and career opportunities that align with those programs and be an enthusiastic representative of the Stevens community. A wide network of professional contacts in both the university and employment sectors is desired. DepartmentStudent Affairs General Submission Guidelines: In order to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens, you must submit an online application. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu EEO Statement: Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff and student body and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Jeanne Clery Disclosure: In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. You can obtain a copy of this report by accessing the following web site: http://www.stevens.edu/sit/police Posted 5 Days Ago Full time RQ23961 About Us Stevens Institute of Technology, The Innovation University--, is a premier, private research university situated in Hoboken, N.J. overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Founded in 1870, technological innovation has been the hallmark and legacy of Stevens? education and research programs for more than 140 years.

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