Career Center
Palo Alto, California
Los Angeles, California
Fountain Valley, California
Palo Alto, California
Beverly Hills, California
Posted: 08-Oct-21
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 2548818
https://horizon.sandiego.edu/knauss-center.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Roman Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
The Student Professional Development Manager is responsible for enhancing the co/extracurricular activities for our students in support of the School of Business' unique, holistic student experience. The Manager works closely with the applicable Center(s) of Distinction within the School of Business as well as faculty department chairs to provide career preparedness and network building opportunities that support students' professional growth within a particular industry. The position collaborates with other School of Business employees, across academic program suites and with other support units at USD to improve student retention and support overall retention goals. The Manager also oversees student organizations and clubs as well as provides on-site support for student events related to their applicable program suite. The Manager is required to work some evenings and weekends to accommodate the schedules of various student classes and co/extracurricular activities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Career Preparedness and Development
Career Development and Education
Partnering with the student (and her/his family as appropriate) in exploring career options that connect to the student's areas of passion and purpose, evolving skill set and aspirational career journey/destination.
Support students in developing, refining, and implementing an appropriate and realistic job search strategy.
Assisting the student in constructing a solid foundational network of external supporters who will provide introductions to influencers within industries and sectors relevant to the students' aspirational career journey/destination.
Within that foundational network, enable the student to build strong relationships with thought leaders who can inform/educate the student about trends in their chosen industry through career panels and networking events.
Support the students' personal brand development through facilitating career enhancing personal development activities related to the Professional Development Manager's assigned industries/functions (e.g. career panels and other networking opportunities).
Facilitate the business mentor program through industry/student pairings, including surveying students to determine the best mentor match. Act as primary liaison to students.
Support the planning and development of career orientation days for incoming students and offer ongoing career development workshops relevant to the industry/function represented.
Identify and support student participation in case competitions and facilitate student team recruitment process, team submissions, etc.
Encourage student participation in professional conferences and national job fairs. o Assist in developing and updating resources and handouts for students.
Manage appointment scheduling, log appointment details, and maintain coaching notes.
Assist in developing requirements of the undergraduate Passport Program and coordinating with administrative aspects of the program with Career Development Center in order to track student progress and completion
Identify, Solicit and Promote Internship and Job Opportunities.
Identify and promote business career opportunities such as internships, part-time/full-time positions to current students and alumni on a regular basis. o Gather and track student internship opportunities
Benchmarking and Research industry trends and opportunities affecting hiring and provide information to students.
Benchmark other programs to stay current on career services offerings and trends.
Assist in gathering and tracking of student intern and employment data for AACSB, MBA CSEA reporting and other surveys.
Co/Extra-Curricular Support
In partnership with faculty, develop and support an expanding array of co-curricular services, including program orientations, to current graduate and undergraduate students
Coordinate project-based learning opportunities for students.
Communicate/promote awareness with students about co-curricular programs, and execute activities.
Support student clubs and its student leaders to help achieve its goals and, as needed, serve as the club advisor
Help recruit student executive members each year to continue the progress of the student organization, including providing industry contacts as speakers at meetings.
Advise students with goal setting with events and activities for the semester outlining the steps involved and encouraging delegation of responsibility across the organization.
Facilitate close connection between student organizations and associate student/graduate student life as appropriate.
Assist students with wellness concerns that are disclosed to them, or are shared with them by another student success center team member.
Assist students with problem identification, goal setting, and strategy development when they experience challenges negatively impacting academic, social, and personal areas including students who are academically disqualified or identified by faculty, administrators, staff, and advisors.
Monitor and proactively address challenges individual students might be experiencing in their studies or within USD's environment.
Communicate with students about student services available to support their experience at USD.
Provide on-site event support
Coordinates, plans and executes events for assigned verticals
Works with Marketing to design event marketing communications content and strategy, as needed.
Promotes events to increase student attendance and participation, as needed
Provide day-of event management by coordinating on-site logistics such as set-up, tear-down, catering, attendee check-in, etc.
Liaise with Career Development to ensure passport point program approval for registered student attendees.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with preference given to business or related field
3 years of experience in programming, student services, career services or other related work
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with preference given to business or related field
3+ year of experience in program management, student services and/or career services in higher education
Performance Expectations - Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of and experience with:
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ACT!) and experience with career services-related software (i.e., MonsterTrak)
Ability to work with senior level industry executives as well as broad range of undergraduate and graduate students
Career coaching principles and strategies
Career services trends and best practices
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with program planning/administration
Computers and software, including Handshake/CRMs, MS Word, Excel, etc.
Demonstrated performance in:
Self-starter, strong sense of initiative and accountability.
Positive attitude, outgoing personality, comfortable working with industry executives from junior to senior levels.
Excellent interpersonal, emotional intelligence and organizational skills
Public speaking and workshop facilitation
Report and presentation writing
Strong verbal/writing/computer skills especially in web-based technology.
Time management and organization of multi-tasking work requirements
Working with others from different cultures and countries
Working independently, using good judgment, initiative and creativity
Being flexible and versatile in coping with evolving work situations
Ability to assume responsibility and effectively resolve problems
Tools & Equipment Used:
Computer, telephone, fax, and other related office equipment.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Posting Salary:
Commensurate with experience; Excellent Benefits.
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package, to include medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University (with three year vesting period), and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required
To apply visit: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/867/cw/en-us/job/494436/student-professional-development-manager
Each position will specialize in a specific academic program suite. The following lists the number of available positions per suite: Business Analytics Programs (1), Marketing Programs (1), Management Programs (1), Finance Programs (2), Innovation/Entrepreneurship/MBA/MSEL Programs (1), International Business and Economics Programs (1). Please note in your cover letter if you have expertise in any of these areas.
If you are a current School of Business employee, please upload the completed Statement of Interest form in lieu of a cover letter. If you are a current USD employee, outside the School of Business, or an external candidate a cover letter is requested
Additional Details:
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm; Compressed work schedule option available.
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
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