Director of Professional and Career Development (Graduate College)
Diversity Statement:The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary:Create and oversee data and outcome-driven, integrated, holistic professional development and Career preparation initiatives and resources to prepare Master’s and doctoral students for long-term career success across academia, industry, business, government, and the non-profit sector. Collaborate with academic units, graduate programs, faculty, and students, Career Center and other campus partners, alums, and external stakeholders to advance graduate Professional and Career Development. Provide opportunities for students to be intentional about their Professional and Career Development, develop strategic competencies, pursue funding opportunities, and join professional communities that will serve them while at UVM and into their careers. Offer career coaching to Ph.D. students. Manage programming budget; support grant development for unit.
Within academic year 2024/2025, grow the Graduate College’s Professional and Career Development team by recruiting for and overseeing a graduate student career counselor.
Master’s DegreeAt least five years of related professional experienceKnowledge of academia and graduate education, especially doctoral education retention, progression, completionDemonstrated experience in collaboratively developing initiatives and programming in academic settingsAbility to work well with diverse groups of individuals across units on multiple high-level projects simultaneously
Desirable Qualifications:Doctoral Degree5+ years of experience planning academic programmingExperience in creation, distribution, and analysis of surveys,data management and analysisCareer coaching for graduate studentsDiversity of Professional experiences across sectors (academia, industry, non-profits, government)
Anticipated Pay Range:$80,000 - $90,000
Special Conditions:Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position
FLSA:Exempt
Union Position:Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)
Job Open Date:05/08/2024
Open Until Filled:No
Position Title:Career Devlpmnt Counselor Sr
Posting Number:S5057PO
Department:Graduate College/58200
Position Number :00027058
Employee FTE :1.0
Employee Term :12