Assistant Director, Career Exploration and Campus Outreach - St Edwards University

Assistant Director, Career Exploration and Campus Outreach

Career and Professional Development

St. Edward's University of Austin, Texas invites applications for the position of Assistant Director for Career Exploration and Campus Outreach. This position is tasked with spearheading student outreach initiatives that are integral to fostering early engagement and comprehensive career preparation. This role is pivotal in supporting St. Edward's University's "Career Everywhere" campus culture and ecosystem, ensuring career development is seamlessly integrated across all facets of student life. Working in alignment with Strategic Plan 2027, the Assistant Director will collaborate with the CAPD team, faculty, staff, and various campus stakeholders to design and deliver innovative career programming. Additionally, this role includes serving as co-leader of the Career Coaching team, providing tailored career guidance to students and alumni, and enhancing the university's career resources and outreach strategies.

This is a full-time, live-on (on-campus private apartment provided as part of compensation package), twelve-month position reporting to the Director for Career and Professional Development.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, higher education, human resources, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• At least three years, preferred four years of related experience in career advising/academic advising/other relevant student support services, marketing, sales, and/or recruiting in industry, government, education, or the private sector.
• Possess strong presentation and written/oral communication skills.
• Understanding and familiarity with all areas pertaining to the job search, application, and interview process.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students, faculty, and employers.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a cohesive team.
• Ability to comply with workplace guidelines and attendance requirements.
• Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, higher education, human resources, or related field.
• Understanding of international student population needs and legal issues pertaining to their curricular and optional practical training (OPT and CPT) restrictions.
• Awareness of legal issues as they pertain to employment practices within the US.
• Knowledge of local and national job markets and trends.
• Experience and knowledge of career assessment instruments and their administration/interpretation.
• Understanding and appreciation of the liberal arts.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the Residential Career Initiative, integrating career development into the residential living experience and engaging students with career planning early in their academic journey.
• Support the "Career Everywhere" Campus Career Ecosystem and Culture, promoting the integration of career services into the student experience across Student Affairs and Academic Affairs.
• Serve as the liaison to the Munday School of Business and collaborate to plan, promote, and assess MSB Career Edge programming and support other internship preparation programming across campus.
• Serve as co-leader of the Career Coaching team, developing new career development resources to enhance the quality and relevance of career guidance, and ensuring the professional development and training of career coaching staff.
• Instruct and create content for the Topics in Career Planning and Management (CPAM) course.
• Perform individual career advising and coaching, especially with students in assigned School on: career and values exploration, job search, career/major decision-making and goal-setting, internships and experiential opportunities, and graduate school application/admission.
• Provide support and critiques to students and alumni with resume/cover letter writing, professional networking, and interviewing strategies.
• Develop and deliver effective career-related workshops and seminars for students.
• Remain current on job market trends and career opportunities for students and alumni of the university.
• Assist with development of career/professional development-based written and web-based resources including handouts and online instructional guides.
• Actively develop and strengthen relationships and partnerships, working closely with Deans, Department Chairs, faculty, and staff across the university.
• Assist in assessing usage and effectiveness of office programs and services through measurable data collection.
• Assist with planning, development, and marketing of office-sponsored fairs and events.
• Responsible for regulatory and policy compliance as it applies to the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

For detailed information, please scroll to the bottom of the page to download the job description.

The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package!

Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA Available)

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan - (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%

Tuition Benefits

Paid Holidays

Services & Discounts

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an online application at; https://stedwards.applicantpro.com. Please include resume, cover letter, and three employment references. No Calls Please. Applications will not be considered if it is missing any of these three items.

Mission Integration Statement:

St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquireddistinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural, religious, educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

ABOUT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 4,600 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. St. Edward's emphasizes critical thinking and ethical practices, as well as small classes, personalized learning and exciting internship opportunities. The community atmosphere extends to the approximately 800 faculty and staff who work together to make the university a welcoming yet challenging environment for students. An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at; https://www.stedwards.edu/human-resources/benefits-summary

Sponsorship:

We are not offering sponsorship at this time.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Reference #:J2024077

Available: Immediately