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Lehigh University · 2 days ago

Assistant Director, Professional Development

positionBethlehem, PA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid Level
money$47K/yr - $56K/yr
date3+ years exp

Lehigh University is seeking an Assistant Director of Professional Development to shape the career trajectories of students in their Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics programs. The role involves orchestrating innovative programming, designing professional development workshops, and cultivating employer partnerships to prepare students for successful careers.

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Responsibilities

Oversee Program Coordinator
Data analysis and data reporting through the Suitable Platform
Design and distribute promotional materials
Manage and mentor undergraduate student interns
Design and execute student engagement and community-building initiatives, ensuring alignment with professional development goals
Data analysis and data reporting
Build and maintain relationships with employers and recruiters
Design, lead, and expand experiential learning programs (e.g., internships, career treks, employer-based training) that connect students with meaningful, hands-on opportunities
Engage in cross-functional teams (advising and operations staff) of the Undergraduate Program Office during peak time (e.g., registration, admissions)

Qualification

Program developmentData analysisCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationStrategic thinkingProblem-solvingTime management

Required

Bachelor's Degree in a related field; Master's Degree preferred
Three to five years of related work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Demonstrated experience in program development and implementation
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to connect with diverse student populations
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred

Master's Degree

Benefits

Health Care
Retirement
Educational benefits

Company

Lehigh University

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Lehigh University is an American private research university located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.lehigh.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$5M
2019-04-26Grant· $5M

Leadership Team

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Chagani Sajjadali
Lehigh Athletics Partnership Rep
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Edward Lopez
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