Career Services Manager (4326)

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Wichita is looking for a Career Services Manager to oversee career development programs and connect students with employers. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in career planning or HR. Offering a supportive work-life balance, the university provides extensive benefits including vacation days and retirement matching.

Benefits

Up to 4 weeks of vacation

96 hours of sick leave per year

13.5 paid holidays

Up to 5% retirement matching

Free undergraduate tuition for employee and dependents

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in career planning, HR, or employment services preferred.
• Knowledge of practices for awarding prior learning credit essential.
• Strong communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the career services department and oversee career development programs.
• Connect with local employers for career fairs and internships.
• Supervise student workers and manage support resources.

Skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in business administration, counseling, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2100 W University Ave - WICHITA, KS

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Management

Description

Friends University is seeking to fill the Career Services Manager position in Wichita Kansas. The Career Services Manager leads the career services department and oversees career development programs, resources, and services. The Manager connects with local employers to build corporate connections for career fairs, internships, and employment opportunities for students and alumni. The Manager oversees Oasis, a support resource for our adult and graduate students in partnership with the business faculty and leads Credit for Prior Learning to identify how work experience and professional training equate to college credit. Supervise student workers and graduate assistant. Work hours are 8 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday. Additional evening and/or weekend hours may be required.

Friends University is committed to a work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence). The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Qualifications

Two years of general business or higher education experience in, or related to, career planning, HR and employment services, including direct career counseling to students preferred. Knowledge of practices and procedures for awarding prior learning credit and knowledge of adult learning is essential. Previous supervisory experience and MS Office skills preferred.

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in business administration, counseling, or closely related field preferred.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary. Must possess strong decision-making, problem solving, and research skills.

Please visit our employment site athttps://www.friends.edu/employment-opportunities/to apply. Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.