Assistant Director of Career Development - Vermont State University : Job Details

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT

VSC UP- PAT - Bargaining Unit, GRADE 13, Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION: Create, adopt, implement, leverage, assess, and improve tools, systems, activities, events, and resources that support the integration of career development practices and applied learning opportunities into Vermont State University student experience and curriculum. Analyze metrics to achieve continuous improvement of programming and services for students, faculty, and external partners. Serve as a primary point of referral from advisors and other student success staff for students who have unique or high-level needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide centralized administrative support to academic units that offer credit-bearing undergraduate-level and graduate-level applied learning courses, including a database of applied learning opportunities.

* Manage standardized institutional processes for applied learning courses, such as documenting release forms and learning agreements.

* Utilize and provide training to the university community for Career Development systems and tools to improve access, knowledge, and engagement. (i.e. Handshake, the job and internship platform).

* Collaborate with academic departments to develop clinical and non-clinical affiliation agreements to ensure that an agreement is in place for all credit-bearing and non-credit bearing opportunities.

* Develop new programming and resources for applied learning opportunities, including assisting faculty to incorporate career and civic readiness skills into their curriculum.

* Support the development, launch, and administration of new applied learning opportunities across Vermont State University campuses.

* Serve as a primary point of referral from advisors or other student success staff for students who have unique or high-level career development and applied learning needs.

* Demonstrate inclusivity and provide excellent customer service in all modalities, including in-person, telephone, e-mail, video call, live chat, texting, and the like.

* Leverage and explore various modalities to efficiently and effectively offer educational tools, events, communications, and activities with a goal of expanding access to and engagement with career resources by all members of Vermont State University.

* Promote applied learning opportunities university-wide, including offering career fairs, leading relevant workshops, activities, events, classroom visits, and the like in coordination with the career development team.

* Plan and present/coordinate outreach and educational programs related to career opportunities, job seeking, and job placement.

* Identify, initiate, and maintain contact with alumni in key geographic areas or associated with particular careers.

* Confer regularly with immediate supervisor, Student Success staff, and other University personnel, as well as various external firms/organizations, alumni, and others outside the University to plan, coordinate, and evaluate activities/programs, exchange information, and so forth.

* Compile data and prepare reports related to career development and student success outcomes, programs, and activities.

* Assist in writing proposals for grant/external funding of career and internship opportunities.

* Participate in various professional organizations. Keep abreast of current developments in the field.

* Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Direct supervision received from the Director of Career Development and Innovation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Direct supervisory responsibility for student workers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline with two to four years relevant experience, or experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Current, valid driver's license and insurable driving record, as well as a willingness to travel, primarily within the state of Vermont are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree. Experience working with technology to improve student outcomes in career development.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge:

* Understanding of the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University including attention to accessibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

* Understanding of the psychological and cultural characteristics of economically and educationally disadvantaged students, particularly in a rural setting, as it relates to career readiness.

* Awareness of developmental, holistic, and proactive approaches to academic and career advising.

* Knowledge of how to support a culture where accessibility and equity are the norm.

* Ability to relate effectively to other college personnel, students, and students' families/guardians.

* Knowledge of FERPA and how to ensure compliance in career services.

* Experience recording notes and collecting data pertaining to services provided.

Skills:

* Strong program planning, organizational, and administrative skills.

* Strong problem-solving skills.

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with internal and external partners.

* Proven record of accountability and follow-through.

* Good public speaking and public relations skills.

Abilities:

* Demonstrated ability to positively influence student skill development, such as communication skills, leadership skills, academic skills, technical skills, non-cognitive or 'soft' skills, and social skills.

* Demonstrated ability to foster student development in the attainment of student success goals, such as academic purpose, sense of belonging/identity, agency, career readiness, civic readiness, access & equity.

* Willingness to collaborate extensively with personnel and leadership across all campuses and departments.

* Demonstrated ability to work independently.

* Computer literacy and knowledge of (or willingness to learn) various software systems, and Microsoft programs including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Teams.

* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

* Demonstrated ability to support a diverse community and promote diverse perspectives and cultures.

* Effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.

* Demonstrated positive attitude regarding Vermont State University and a desire to improve student outcomes.

Location: Vermont State University Johnson campus with regular travel to the Williston campus and periodic travel requirements to the other VTSU campuses.

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at [email protected].

NOTE: This job is subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.

Benefits Package

* Medical Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Retirement Plan

* Tuition?Waiver to Vermont State Colleges

* Tuition Waiver to UVM* for dependent children

* Employee Assistance Program

* Long Term Disability

* 14 Paid Holidays

* Medical, Personal, and Vacation Leave

* Certain Conditions Apply