Assistant Director Career Center Programming - 528333

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Career Center Programming assists with oversight and administration of all aspects of Career Center Programming. Coordinates Career Center workshops and programming requests from campus partners and other stakeholders. Promotes resources and fosters connections that prepare students for career success. Collaborates with the employer development team to discuss strategy and creation of new employer relationships to expand job and internship opportunities. Serves as backup in the absence of the Director. Provides general career advising on topics such as career exploration, job search strategies, resume and cover letter development, interviewing, and graduate school preparation. Supervises Career Center Student Peer Advisors and Educators. Completes required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace. Holds staff accountable for completion of required training. Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of career advising or employer relations experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of career advising or employer relations experience.
Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of Career Development needs of undergraduate and graduate students.
Familiarity with career resources and emerging trends.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher and 3-5 years experience in career services, counseling or higher education.
Familiarity with Handshake or career services platforms.
Experience in higher education, career advising and working with college students.
Experience in student supervisory and development.

Responsibilities

Assists with oversight and administration of all aspects of Career Center Programming.
Coordinates Career Center workshops and programming requests from campus partners and other stakeholders.
Promotes resources and fosters connections that prepare students for career success.
Collaborates with the employer development team to discuss strategy and creation of new employer relationships to expand job and internship opportunities.
Serves as backup in the absence of the Director.
Provides general career advising on topics such as career exploration, job search strategies, resume and cover letter development, interviewing, and graduate school preparation.
Supervises Career Center Student Peer Advisors and Educators.
Completes required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace.
Holds staff accountable for completion of required training.
Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.