Administrative Support Specialist, Center for Professional Pathways | Washington & Jefferson College - Military Veterans

Summary

This 12-month position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Center for Professional Pathways (CPP). Responsible for managing the Center's operating budget, data, and internal operations, the Administrative Support Specialist will be the primary point of contact for students, employers, staff, and faculty. Additionally, the Administrative Support Specialist will contribute to the CPP team by executing employer engagement and recruitment events on and off campus, and will collaborate on the publicity/posting of internship and employment opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, etc; document income and expenses

Manage student data by using College databases and internal systems (i.e. use of CPP services, job-offer data, internship acceptances, hiring results in various majors, etc.)

Coordinate and facilitate outreach to strategic partners on-and-off campus (faculty, staff, employer partners) by using email, social media, and other forms of communication

Compile and report data on employer engagement activities, coordinate assessment of CPP programming, and solicit/provide feedback on effectiveness of CPP initiatives

Participate in career development programs coordinated by CPP, including but not limited to workshops, employer seminars, meetings within and outside of CPP, and other special projects as assigned

Responsible for all written correspondence between the Center for Professional Pathways recruiting program and employers and students, including the dissemination of employer information

Submit student information to employers and follow up with recruiters to establish and confirm interview schedules, and to communicate selection results with students

Interview, train, and supervise student employees

Establish and maintain detailed database of corporate contacts, company interview dates, visits, and cancellations

Compile statistical information for CPP annual reports. Records and reports interview statistics and other annual calculations

Assist the Associate Dean with current and potential corporate donors to ensure financial support

Compile and oversee data collection used for annual reports, such as the First Destination Survey and graduate outcomes

Responsible for technology that supports the online registration of employers and interview selection process

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in education, human services, business, or liberal arts is required

A minimum of two years of experience working in college environment related to career development or advising

Experience with event planning, project management, and budget management

Exceptional time management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Superior ability to multitask and manage strategic priorities

Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with key stakeholders and constituent groups and foster a spirit of engagement.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Supervisory Duties

No supervisory duties.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

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Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

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Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J College complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.