Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Assistant Director – Undergraduate Career Services for Engineering


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The University of Notre Dame (www.nd.edu) is accepting applications for an Assistant Director – Undergraduate Career Services for Engineering. The Assistant Director strategically participates in student programming across functions for the Center for Career Development, involving employer engagement, program directors, and operational team, as appropriate. Leadership of specific student programming initiatives will be expected – usually this will be in regard to the industry area of expertise, though it is not restricted to it. Currently the industries for this particular opening are but could change depending on need: Engineering- Aerospace, Automotive, Biotechnology, Chemicals, Construction, Civil/Environmental, Energy, and Manufacturing. The incumbent will serve as one of the liaisons to the College of Engineering which includes regular meetings with the Faculty and Staff of the College.

Responsibilities include:
  Conducts individual student appointments related to all career development topic needs, while serving as an
industry focus leader in the College of Engineering.
  Connects with career counseling colleagues within the department to successfully partner on programs, workshops, and other career events.
  Participates in regular Career Counseling meetings and large departmental events, maintains up to date
appointment notes, and provides leadership in industry focus area.
  Covers walk-in hours as needed. Participates in employer development related to area of expertise, collaborating
with Employer Engagement team for priorities.
  Attends employer visits to the Center for Career Development to stay aware of trends and opportunities.
  Maintains profile in Go IRISH and utilizes other job search engines to facilitate sharing of information with students.
  Provides leadership to an array of student programming (mentorship programs, networking events, industry nights,
etc.) in conjunction with industry expertise area, academic liaison roles, and other topics of interest.
  Serve as an administrator for IrishCompass Industry Groups related to the position’s assigned industries. This includes discussion generation, posting resources, addressing issues and collaborating with other administrators within the group.
  Participates in major departmental programming (career fairs, etc.) in support of student participation and
successful outcomes.
  Represents the Center for Career Development across campus and in professional associations/community organizations.
  Performs other duties as assigned by the Director to ensure the success of the Career Development Center, the
University, students, and other stakeholders.
The Assistant Director will serve as a generalist across all areas of career development in a career counseling capacity for undergraduate students. This would include working individually with students on choosing a major, conducting a job/internship/graduate school search, preparing resumes/cover letters/graduate school applications, and conducting assessments.
The Assistant Director position is expected to serve the department as a leader with respect to several industries of interest to the student body. Liaison roles to academic areas or other facets of the University may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  Bachelor’s degree required
  Knowledge of engineering and/or STEM career opportunities.
  Appreciation for centralized undergraduate career services model.
  Understanding of NACE professional standards and career development theory.
  Exhibits strong ethical standards in an effort to advocate for all students.
  Advanced communication, program evaluation, and outcomes development skills.
  Desire to contribute ideas toward the success of the overall undergraduate career services program essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  Experience working with recruiters from engineering and/or STEMorganizations.
  Experience in career counseling with an emphasis on engineering and/or STEM fields.
  Masters in Career Counseling; Counseling and Human Services; Student Affairs; or related program preferred.
  Certifications for specific career assessments also preferred.

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:

The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind., adjacent to the city of South Bend and approximately 90 miles east of Chicago. With 1,250 acres containing two lakes, Notre Dame is well known for the quality of its physical plant and the beauty of its campus.

See how you can enjoy the advantages of life in a livable, affordable environment accessible to a multitude of amenities sure to match your preferences. Enjoy them with a University community where a sense of belonging and engagement may be the most cherished feature of all. With many affordable neighborhoods, award winning school systems and of course world-class sporting and cultural entertainment options, there is literally something for everyone here - http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd/community-connections/.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job #s18076 or visit http://jobs.nd.edu/postings/11338. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program (http://hr.nd.edu/employment-opportunities/dual-career-assistance-program/) in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).