Colgate University Hiring for Assistant Director of Career Development/Common Good and Pre-Law Adviser at Hamilton, NY Full Time

Job Category:

Professional/Administrative

Position Title:

Assistant Director of Career Development/Common Good and Pre-Law Adviser

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Division:

Dean of the College

Department:

Career Services

Wage/Salary Range:

$60,000-$62,000 / annually

Department Statement:

Career Services seeks an energetic, student-focused adviser to coach students primarily excited about Careers in the Common Good (i.e.: law, public policy, public service, non-profit, advocacy, education, etc). This professional will also engage in generalist career advising as a member of our six-person career development team. Utilizing a human-centric, growth mindset approach and leveraging Colgate’s new four-year career development plan, our team guides deciding and exploring students through understanding what career options best fit a students’ interests, strengths, values, and identities. They then work directly with students on search strategies, applications, and decision-making related to internship, entry-level job, and graduate/professional school searches. It is imperative that all members of the Career Services team build partnerships and relationships with faculty, staff, alumni, parents, employers, and professional colleagues outside of Colgate to ensure we are ensuring the most current and contemporary support for our students. The assistant director reports to the associate director of career development.

Colgate University, a premiere liberal arts university of approximately 3,100 students, seeks an energetic, student-focused adviser to coach students primarily excited about Careers in the Common Good (i.e.: law, public policy, public service, non-profit, advocacy, education, etc). This professional will also engage in generalist career advising as a member of our career development team. Utilizing a human-centric, growth mindset approach and leveraging Colgate’s new four-year career development plan, our team guides deciding and exploring students through understanding what career options best fit a students’ interests, strengths, values, and identities. They then work directly with students on search strategies, applications, and decision-making related to internship, entry-level job, and graduate/professional school searches. It is imperative that all members of the Career Services team build partnerships and relationships with faculty, staff, alumni, parents, employers, and professional colleagues outside of Colgate to ensure we are ensuring the most current and contemporary support for our students. The assistant director reports to the associate director of career development.

It is an exciting time for the University as Colgate enters its third century. President Brian W. Casey is leading the campus through a comprehensive Third-Century Plan to raise the institution’s profile as a distinctive and strong undergraduate liberal arts institution to even-higher levels of achievement. Of particular relevance to this role is the Colgate Commitment, the launch of the Mind Brain and Behavior Initiative, and the establishment of Global Public and Environmental Health minor (now Colgate’s largest enrolled minor). Under the leadership of Vice President and Dean of the College Paul J. McLoughlin II, there has been tremendous growth. The energy on campus is palpable as four Residential Commons living-learning communities have been developed over the last six years, and long-term goals have been established for further developing the residential college system through creation of an upper-level residential system and an integrated wellness model.

Career Services benefits from strong institutional support, reinforced by a clear commitment from Dr. McLoughlin. The assistant director would join this highly-motivated team of 15 professionals at a particularly exciting moment. Under Colgate’s Third Century Plan, Career Services is committed to achieving best-in-class preparation to launch liberal arts graduates into a global, ever-changing workplace. By carefully harnessing Colgate’s assets and providing extraordinary opportunities, the Career Services’ team launched a comprehensive four-year plan in fall 2021 that ensures that all students have access to build core, practical skills and gain competitive experiences that prepare them for a lifetime of success.

Learn more about Colgate University and the Dean of the College Division by reviewing A Candidate’s Guide to Colgate. In 2021 and 2022, the Dean of the College Division was acknowledged by Diverse Issues in Higher Education and Inside Higher Ed as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.

Accountabilities:

• Independently guide students and young alumni in 1:1 and small group advising to gain self-awareness, an understanding of the world of work, and to pursue opportunities to test and advance their career interests.
• Facilitate effective skill-based programming and workshops related to job, internship, and graduate/professional school application processes (e.g. composing targeted applications, networking, interview preparation, offer evaluation). Develop and maintain digital and print resources to advance students’ career development.
• Responsible for program management of career development initiatives (i.e. Golden Fellowship). In collaboration with office leadership, devise the strategy, manage students’ progress through planned initiatives, and report on the program’s impact.
• Establish and maintain connections with student organization leaders, faculty, alumni and parents, and professional associations for the purpose ofprofessional development, building networks of support for students, andinstigating opportunities for channeling volunteerism for the benefit of students.

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Critical Thinking

Description:

Demonstrated ability to understand career development models and concepts sufficient to effectively execute goals for the career development team, aligned to Career Services goals.

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Career Counseling and Advising

Description:

Demonstrated ability to apply career counseling and advising skills sufficient to applying career development theory, resources, tools in day-to-day practice.

Demonstrated ability to understand students’ and alumni’s interests, requirements, and goals and build ongoing trusting relationships sufficient to guide clients through the transition from college to the workplace, and in transitional steps 0-5 years post-graduation.

Demonstrated ability in coaching and evaluating clients’ execution of job search skills: e.g.: career research, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, personal statement writing, job search strategies.

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Advisor Industry Domain

Description:

Demonstrated understanding and awareness of trends relevant to industry domain (i.e.: Common Good and Pre-Law) areas. Demonstrated ability to differentiate between industries and occupations, and describe realistic entry points for students to gain experience sufficient to provide students with accurate information.

Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of graduate and professional school admission standards and process. Demonstrated mastery of graduate education within industry domain (i.e.: Common Good and Pre-Law) sufficient to effectively advise students on preparation and strategies for success.

Ability to quickly learn and apply comprehensive knowledge of hiring practices of targeted industries and/or professional school admissions process sufficient to effectively guide pre-professional (e.g. law or general graduate school) students.

Ability to establish connections with an assigned campus population or cohorts with unique needs (i.e. first generation students, international students, students interested in health professions, etc.) to build support structures for students.

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Advisor Facilitation and Presentation

Description:

Demonstrated ability to create, deliver, and facilitate workshops and presentations that achieve strategic learning outcomes.

Demonstrated strength in written argumentation and analytical prose sufficient to craft objective and compelling committee letters of support for graduate/professional school candidates.

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Strategic Planning

Description:

Demonstrated ability to set goals, develop programs, and to implement strategic initiatives and programs.

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Advisor Operations

Description:

Demonstrated ability to understand and follow procedures and established operational processes.

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Personal Accountability for Results

Description:

Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.

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Effective Communication

Description:

Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.

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Problem Solving and Decision Making

Description:

Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.

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Change Management

Description:

Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.

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Leadership and Teamwork

Description:

Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.

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Creativity and Innovation

Description:

Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.

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Diversity and Inclusion

Description:

Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.

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Sustainability

Description:

Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university’s commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university’s sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of work experience in a relevant discipline is required. Internships or related practicums will be considered as experience.
• Must be able to build rapport with students and student groups and guide them through an advising process.
• Must be capable of being a strong advocate for inclusion with a proven ability to work with diverse populations.
• Must have the capability to understand and communicate the value of a liberal arts education.
• Requires exceptional written and oral communication skills with a strong attention detail.
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create, develop and deliver presentations and/or workshops.
• Demonstrated strength in collaboration, organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to independently follow through on assignments.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in law, public service, non-profit, advocacy, or education preferred.

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree is required.

A Master’s degree or JD is preferred.

Graduate-level courses in student development, counseling, or a similar field are highly desirable.

Requisition Number:

2023S051Posting

Temporary:

No

Work Schedule:

12 months, Monday – Friday with occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Open Date:

06/20/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veteran Status, sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, genetic information, victims of domestic violence and stalking, familial status, and all other categories covered by law. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training at all levels of employment. Colgate University will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. Colgate University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Females/Persons with Disabilities/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [email protected].