Director, Student Professional Development - Job at NC Central University in Durham, NC

Director, Student Professional Development

Durham, NC

Posted 15 days ago

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Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Director, Student Professional Development
Position Number	617382
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date

Position Overview

Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The School of Business is the university's third largest academic unit serving approximately 900 students. It offers academic programs at the Graduate and Undergraduate levels supported by the MBA Program, Student Professional Development (SPD) and five Academic Departments. These Departments include Accounting; Business Administration; Computer Information Systems; Decision Sciences, Economics, Finance; and Hospitality and Tourism Administration.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Director of Student Professional Development will provide strategic planning and management necessary to support successful oversight of student career readiness and placement programs. The director reports directly to the Dean of the School of Business.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The ideal candidate will have experience working in higher education with students, student groups and career counseling. Experience developing programs, working with others on a team based approach. Proficiency in computer systems.
Minimum Education/Experience	Master's degree in Business, Counseling, Career Counseling, Student Affairs, Higher Education or related field. Demonstrable experience working with students, student groups, experience in program management and professional development. Excellent interpersonal and communicationskills are a requirement.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation	N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer	North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function	Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	Strategic Planning Provide vision and strategic direction for the Office of Professional Development.

Function

Administrative

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Student Services

Create and facilitate meaningful opportunities for professional and career development via workshops, seminars, and other activities.
Develop and implement student centered programming to include, career planning and exploration, resume preparation, mock interviewing, and career counseling.
Supervise and coordinate mentoring and coaching programs
Supervise and coordinate all staff, programs, and activities to ensure the highest quality service to students, alumni and businesses.
Assist students with internship placement and supervision.

Function

Administrative

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Administration

Assist in data collection, the preparation and publication of the annual Career Placement, Graduate Transfer Report and weekly Newsletter.
Additional responsibilities assigned as needed by the Dean.

Building Consensus and Partnerships

Develop and maintain partnerships and relationships with industry and alumni to ensure maximum opportunities for students.
Provide guidance and career counseling on applying for graduate school fellowships, internships & Coop opportunities;

Function	Information Technology
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	Technology Ensure that career information and resources are current and made available to students, such as through the on-line job locator, the Career Planning website, and other electronic and hard-copy media;

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA02795P
Open Date	03/14/2023
Date desired for closing or initial review
Close Date	05/14/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Date Position Available
Special Instructions to Applicants

Job Summary

Company

NC Central University

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open