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Logo Posting Number STA00215PO24 Job Family Academic and Career Counseling Job Function Career Services USC Market Title Assistant Director, Career Services Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131723 Job Level M1 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Asst. Dir.,-Career Center, CEC Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department SAAS Career Center State Pay Band 6 Approved Starting Salary $54,165 Advertised Salary Range $54,165-$70,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
This position will require some evening and weekend work as well as travel.
Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services This position will require some evening and weekend work as well as travel.
About USC
About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
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The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary Assistant Director for College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) Career Center
Are you looking for an opportunity to assist students in career development and success post college?
Are you a self-starter with excellent communication skills?
Do you enjoy meeting new people and learning about new industries and technologies?
Do you have the ability to connect and build rapport quickly?
Primary duties include:
Develop and maintain relationships with College of Engineering & Computing faculty, administration, and staff.
Manage a small multi-talented team of professionals.
Market, develop, and enhance programs and services to ensure delivery of high impact services for both employers and students who use Career Center services.
Teach career development and job search skills to students.
Work with Career Center staff to deliver quality internship and co-operation education experiences for students.
Perks:
Work-Life-Balance: Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week with occasional work-from-home options.
Ability to engage with fortune 500 Engineering and Computing Companies.
Generous paid time off.
An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment
Opportunities for professional development.
Minimum Qualifications An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment
Opportunities for professional development.
Masters degree in Student Services or related field and 3 years related experience, or bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience. Position requires some evening and weekend work and travel.
Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in student services or related field and 4 years related experience, or bachelor's degree and 6 years related experience. Experience with Handshake, EAB Navigate, and PeopleSoft. Some experience working with Employers in a Career Center environment. This position will require some evening and weekend work as well as travel.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Career Development Theory, Experience with Career Assessments
Job Duties
Job Duty SUPERVISION: Supervises College of Engineering & Computing Career Center Satellite Office career development staff in the delivery of student services. Supervises administrative staff who support office operations. Coordinates closely with the Senior Associate Director of of Career Development and Experiential Education for consistency of philosophy, policy and procedures in order to deliver quality service to students.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty COLLEGE RELATIONS: Develops and maintains relationships with College of Engineering & Computing faculty, administration and staff to ensure strong academic linkages and support for Career Center programs. Works collaboratively with them to develop and implement methods to enhance the experience of both employers and students who use Career Center services. Provides them with appropriate, timely communications.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty PLANNING & OUTREACH: Develops and implements strategic plans and marketing initiatives for Engineering & Computing Career Center satellite office in conjunction with the vision and goals of the senior administration of the College and the Career Center leadership team.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty EMPLOYER RELATIONS: Develops and maintains relationships with key employers who recruit College of Engineering & Computing students. Collaborates closely with Employer Relations staff for consistency of philosophy, policy and procedures in order to delivery quality services to employers.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty DIRECT SERVICES: Teaches career development and job search skills to students through individual and group sessions to include career coaching appointments, presentations and special programming, and through career classes. Interprets psychometric assessments such as interest and personality inventories. Collaborates closely with experiential education staff to ensure quality internship and co-op experiences for students.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Other: Supports and participates in Career Center wide initiatives, The Student Success Unit initiatives and the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support events.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 03/08/2024 Job Close Date 04/22/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 22, 2024
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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