Assistant/Associate Director, Career Development- University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy Career Development Office- Chicago, IL

June 27, 2014
University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy Career Development Office
Position Available:
Assistant/Associate Director, Career Development
Position ID:
095743

Position Summary:
Works in an employer relations role to secure additional internships and full-time opportunities for Harris students. Meets with employers to discuss recruiting strategies and hiring needs. Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to job searches. Coaches students on appropriate career management and job search skills in a one-on-one setting, large lectures, hands-on workshops, and special events in an effort to help them find suitable jobs and internships and to guide them to be competitive applicants. Solicits and analyzes student feedback and evaluations and helps strategize with other career services staff members, student organizations, and staff to determine program offerings and innovations. Conceptualizes, develops, and delivers career management programming. May partner with industry, regional, or functional student groups to assist in planning and delivering career-management related programming. Manages or leads various special projects/programs that provide career related support.

Position Responsibilities:
 Represent the Harris School to external constituencies
o Develop and maintain relationships with employers and alumni.
o Develop and maintain partnerships with external agencies, community, and government organizations.
o Research and conduct outreach to potential employers regarding internships and full-time job opportunities.
o Collaborate with CDO Director and staff on employer recruitment strategy and long-term strategic planning/goals.
 Provide career counseling and programming to current students and alumni on topics including but not limited to:
o Job search strategies/resources
o Resume and cover letter writing
o Interviewing skills
o Networking
o Salary negotiation
 Support/Manage Harris Internship Program
o Market program
o Develop partnerships
o Manage logistics, budgets, and evaluation
 Develop new services and programs to support career planning and job search.
 Develop and maintain relationships with student groups.
 Monitor and participate in social media outreach efforts.
 Collaborate with internal constituencies including dean of students, admissions, and alumni
relations.
 Collaborate with multiple career services offices throughout the university.
Education:
 Bachelor’s Degree required
 Advanced Degree strongly preferred
Experience:
 A minimum of two years experience advising students required. Experience in higher education
institution preferred.
 A minimum of three years experience in career advising, program development, and employer
relations preferred.

Competencies:
 Expertise in counseling, program development, employer relations, or related area required.
 Deep commitment to customer service and the ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work
successfully in a in a fast-paced environment required.
 Demonstrated success in maintaining collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies
required.
 Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching/counseling skills required.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
 Ability to communicate with large groups as well as one-on-one with students, alumni, senior
administration, faculty, and employers required.
 Willingness and ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends required.

*To apply, please go to
https://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/Search_css.jsp and search
Requisition Number 095743.