Assistant Director, Career Services | University of Chicago (UC) - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Develops and implements a comprehensive career placement strategy for each Masters program (Masters, certificate, and non-credit offerings), working with each programs leadership, and serving as the chief Divisional liaison for the Masters and other programs important to campus partners like UChicagoGrad and MyChoice. Evaluates staffing and resource gaps and designs recommendations for career services and employer relations growth to divisional leadership. Provides leadership and vision as the composition of each program continues to grow and evolve. Develops new strategies to support the student population that is growing in size with both domestic and international students. Leads and convenes career services and employer relations staff within the BSDs programs to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with the OMEs goals. Manages the career placement aspirations for each Masters and other educational programs, tailoring workshops, alumni mentors, internship opportunities, and career exploration events to feature emergent student interests, and prepare students for career alternatives that are vital for each programs ability to recruit talented students to the University. Tracks and analyzes the effectiveness of career service events and workshops, developing metrics to shape future planning, and operational budgets, as well as improve internship opportunities, job placement outcomes, and student satisfaction. Produces annual career placement reports for each program, detailing the number of students who were successful in landing career-track positions within six months of graduation. Analyzes the competitive landscape of programs at other institutions to develop strategies to enhance the career development opportunities and employer relations. Expands and enhances the Universitys corporate network through marketing and outreach strategies and meetings with employers and alumni to increase resources and employment opportunities to students. Conducts complex career management related large lectures, hands-on workshops, special events, training programs, and one-on-one career coaching sessions. Acts as the lead resource for, and direct students to, other career resources as needed. Potential to hire, manage, mentor, and supervise junior career service staff and a number of occasional student workers pending performance and office needs. Assists OME leadership in all important aspects, as a key member of our core leadership team. Advises and counsels students concerning employment opportunities and careers by acting as a liaison between students and prospective employers. Develops original content for career related publications and assists with the editing and distribution of Career Services communications materials. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications   Education: Graduate degree. Experience: At least three years of work experience in a similar job discipline, with increasing responsibility for strategic planning.  Prior experience in advising, communications and outreach, event planning, and recruitment. Prior exposure to the biological sciences, biomedical sciences, clinical research, or public health. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Comfortable with a computer and learning new software. Basic familiarity with Career Management Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Zoom, Adobe Acrobat, and some of the more common social media (Facebook, WhatsApp, WeChat, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.). Preferred Competencies Strong project and event management skills. Strong communication skills, including the ability to tailor communications to the needs, interests, and concerns of the students, program leaders, alumni, and employers that we bring to campus. Excellent verbal communication, including public speaking experience. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal direction. Proactive approach to solving problems and implementing solutions. Establish good working relationships with people of different backgrounds. Professional demeanor including tact, discretion, and a customer-service-oriented approach to the job. Problem-solve with minimal direction and work independently to be a flexible team player. Exercise good judgment in key-decision making. Deliver high-quality work under pressure. Learn new systems. Working Conditions Office setting. This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement if desired, with some in-office presence required.  Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. 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