Job Description Summary
The Director of Career Development and Engagement on the Career Advancement & Success Team at the Argyros College of Business and Economics ACBE partners with the team and key stakeholders internally and externally including staff faculty alumni employer partners among others to deliver a datainspired strategy for ACBE students career and professional development leading to successful first destinations postgraduation and improved employment rates. Reporting into the Assistant Dean of Career Advancement and Student Success the role may supervise staff and student employees and serves as a leader and manager in ACBE motivating and inspiring the team to excellent service responsiveness and accountability. The Director fosters a collaborative culture for student success by crafting forwardlooking initiatives and programming to elevate career connection from curriculum to the workplace. By partnering with senior leadership the Director will develop a thoughtful plan for student career success by placing a balanced lens on outcomes metrics and career fit by maintaining deep knowledge of the current talent hiring landscape while predicting and preparing for students and the team for changes in employer needs. As a highly visible brand ambassador and champion of diversity equity and inclusion the Director is a convener of connections and manager of multiple relationships for the advancement of ACBE students careers and must have the ability to exercise sound judgement and handle complex confidential issues with professionalism.
Responsibilities
Career Advancement Oversee the teams outreach functions with groups such as students faculty staff alumni and recruiters to effectively engage in careerexploration related activities In collaboration with the Director of Corporate Relations create a strategic plan and vision on growing the Argyros and Chapman brand for talent locally regionally nationally and internationally Career Education & Coaching Support and oversee the teams career coaching effectiveness and adjust strategies based on best practices and data. Coach and mentor students on career planning and job searching including resume reviews (written and video) cover letters interview preparation professional communications while developing the essential and professional skills for career success. Lead the teams utilization and adoption of technological tools to improve student satisfaction and service scalability. Collaborate crossfunctionally to create programming and brand awareness May teach two sections of a career course per semester (formats may include synchronous or asynchronous online hybrid or inperson) utilizing a learning management site for portfoliowide created lesson plans syllabi assignments and presentations. Grade assignments and provide feedback promptly to build professionally appropriate relationships with students for improvement. Teaching credit noncredit and workshop may place outside the normal workday and will be based on the academic calendar and space availability Campus and Community Engagement Oversee the planning and implementation of new career initiatives and events to create opportunities for students and employers to engage by partnering with the Chapman community and the Director of Corporate Relations to help achieve student employment goals. Increase participation in employer events (career fairs networking events etc. and assist and possibly lead job fair planning and implementation. Develop an employer scorecard to support the Director of Corporate Relations outreach strategies. Conduct careerfocused interviews and provide insightful input for assessing the career readiness of MBA and specialized business masters program admission candidates Internship Experiential Learning and FullTime Job Support Manage the teams efforts to guide students to successful postgraduation outcomes through internships coops experiential learning for fulltime employment and further education. Facilitate and support employers to meet their talent acquisition goals Data Collection & Compliance Manage and oversee data collection and tracking of student reporting of career outcomes and first destinations upon graduation for rankings and accreditation
Required Qualifications
Relevant masters degree in business counseling higher education human resources preferred; Bachelor degree required Executive coaching credential a bonus Preference for functional expertise in business Minimum 7 years of relevant experience A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered Ability to manage and motivate a highperforming team Growth mindset with entrepreneurial spirit Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment and make independent decisions exercising sound judgement Strategic and operational expertise Ability to stay ahead of upcoming hiring trends by maintaining professional connections Ability to learn and adapt to changing market conditions Willingness to maintain current knowledge of different business functions and potential career paths such as consulting Knowledge of business principles business vocabulary and professional etiquette Positive attitude with strong oral and written communication with an outstanding ability to present Strong emotional intelligence and executive presence Desire to transform student lives through education
Required Experience:
Director