Director Of Career Services

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Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title:Director of Career Services
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department:Career Services
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

Career Services at Illinois State University empowers and supports Redbirds to achieve their professional goals by providing resources, experiences, and industry connections. The department provides a wide variety of events, programs, and services that prepare students and alumni for job/internship searches and career possibilities. The Director of Career Services provides a comprehensive program of Career exploration, development, and readiness services. The Director provides overall vision, leadership, and fiscal management for Career Services through strong internal and external partnerships with constituents.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications

1. A Master's degree in an appropriate field of study such as Counseling, Human Resources, Higher Education, or related discipline.
2. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a college/university Career Services office or similar management-related experience in the career development or employment field.
3. Demonstrated experience providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for career development and readiness programs and services.
4. Comprehensive understanding of Career development/counseling theories, best practices, and trends in the field. Strong knowledge with labor markets, employer expectations, and emerging job sectors.
5. Must possess excellent management and budget experience, employer relations/development experience, as well as excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
6. Experience in building and leading a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
7. An understanding of and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the delivery of programs and services.
8. Proven ability to develop and maintain partnerships with employers, alumni, faculty, and other stakeholders to enhance career opportunities for students.
9. Established commitment to student success and holistic development, with a focus on empowering students to make informed career decisions and achieve their professional goals.
10. A Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in a comparable college or university career center

Work Hours

8 – 4:30; some evenings and weekends

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

June 2024

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Position open until filled. For full consideration, submit materials by April 14.

Contact Information for Applicants

Casey Vitalez, Business Administrative Associate, clvital@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 03/22/2024 06:00 AM CST
Application Closes: Open until filled

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