Assistant Director Business Career Center

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln in Lincoln, NE seeks an Assistant Director for the Business Career Center to guide undergraduate and graduate students and alumni on career planning and opportunities. The role oversees the PrEP course, collaborates with the Associate Director, plans career programs, and builds strong relations with employers while supporting diverse student populations.

This full-time position emphasizes mentorship, program development, public speaking, and coaching in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, education, counseling, student affairs or related field.
• Two years of career or student services experience including career/academic advising or teaching.
• Public speaking skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate and graduate students and alumni on career options and development.
• Coordinate a PrEP course and assess learning outcomes.
• Plan and deliver career-related programs for students, employers, and faculty/staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers and external partners.

Skills

Public speaking

Teamwork

Communication

Presentation skills

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheet

Email

Presentation software

Job description

Assistant Director Business Career Center

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title Assistant Director Business Career Center

Department College of Business-0897

Requisition Number S_240957

Posting Open Date 09/18/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/27/2024

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

As a member of the Business Career Center team, the Assistant Director will serve as a career advisor to undergraduate and graduate business students and alumni, and coordinate a course within the Professional Enhancement Program (PrEP), a series of four 1-credit hour classes required of all undergraduate business students. This position collaborates with the Associate Director to create, implement, and assess the strategic vision of a specific PrEP course. They will also manage and oversee additional program areas for either students or employers.

The Assistant Director may supervise full-time career coach(es), graduate assistant(s), and/or student interns or peer career coaches. The Assistant Director will coach undergraduate and graduate business students and alumni, with professional and career development plans including exploration of individual interests, strengths, values, business majors, and possible careers. This individual will provide services to diverse populations including first-generation students, students with disabilities, international students, nontraditional students, students of color, students who identify as LGBTQ , student athletes, and military-affiliated students.

Additional responsibilities include planning and presenting career-related programs to classes and student organizations, teaching other Professional Enhancement Program (PrEP) courses, planning and delivering career-related programming for students, employers, and faculty/staff, and building and maintaining relationships with employers.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, counseling, student affairs or related field plus two years of career or student services experience that includes career/academic advising or teaching. Curriculum or program development/management experience. Experience must demonstrate public speaking skills and the ability to function in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. Proficiency with word processing, database, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in business, education, counseling, student affairs or related field preferred. Supervisory experience desirable. Proven ability to develop, implement and assess learning objectives and course outcomes is preferred. Proficiency with course management software helpful. Demonstrated knowledge of, experience, or ability to work with diverse college student backgrounds desirable.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $50,000/yr. minimum

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Chris Timm
[e-mail]

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Some nights and weekends

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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