Assistant Director for Career Services - College of Fine and Applied Arts

Assistant Director for Career Services - College of Fine and Applied Arts

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director for Career Services to lead, develop, and deliver programs focused on career mentoring and preparation for students in the college’s variety of undergraduate general and pre-professional degrees. The Assistant Director will work with staff and faculty at campus, college, and unit levels to facilitate discipline-specific student engagement opportunities with potential employers across alumni, industry partners, and regional organizations while also supporting the broad orientation of FAA students to practices associated with professional employment, from portfolio development and job application to position negotiation, as well as internships and entrepreneurial ventures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Career Advising & Engagement

• Provide individual counseling, occupational information, and job search strategies for students of all majors in FAA.
• Create and deliver presentations about career services subjects to students and other stakeholder, as appropriate.
• Build strong working relationships with FAA units and their faculty and staff to determine ongoing need, marketing of events, and to maintain active partnerships.
• Participate in career fairs, FAA recruitment events, and other University events that increase visibility and awareness of programming and services offered.
• Work in close cooperation with FAA units and Advancement/Alumni staff to plan and present career-related workshops and programs; develop and coordinate events and activities.
• Develop strategic relationships with community members, alumni, and industry partners for internships, employment opportunities, and other career-related events.
• Serve as a resource for current and emerging trends in career development and career-related issues for performing, environmental, and visual art students, and disseminate that knowledge as appropriate to stakeholders and students.
• Serve as the College’s representative on the campus-wide Career Services Council and other university committees as requested.

Administration

• Manage internal employment postings for student labor in FAA-related fields.
• Develop, write, and edit material for print and online resources and the college career website.
• Manage the collection of required data and oversee related databases.
• Conduct needs assessments and surveys, collect and report on data related to service delivery, and assess outcomes.
• Work with College Associate and Assistant Deans to formulate and implement policies and procedures essential to achieving program goals.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of career services, including the recruitment, supervision, and training of graduate students and other seasonal student workers.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in providing career mentoring and planning services in a college or university setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• Experience in delivering career services for students in the arts.
• Experience in presentation, desktop publishing, and database applications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of career counseling skills, including job search strategies and labor market trends.
• The ability to establish effective working relationships with staff of all levels, faculty, employers, and alumni.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Well-developed organizational skills.
• An understanding and ability to work with and serve individuals with diverse backgrounds and interests.

Appointment Information:

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. Salary is commensurate with experience.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information:

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 18, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Application materials should include a cover letter, a current resume, and at least three references, including contact information. Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jennifer Steiling at steiling@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1020239
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu