Cornell University · 4 hours ago
Assistant Director, Career Development for Undergraduate & Specialty Master’s Programs
Ithaca (Main Campus)
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$72K/yr - $78K/yr
2+ years expCornell University is a leading institution in higher education, and they are seeking an Assistant Director for Career Development within the SC Johnson College of Business. This role involves leading career development initiatives, providing individualized advising, and collaborating with faculty and administrators to support students' career opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of a comprehensive career development model designed to prepare students for industry-specific career opportunities
Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and students across multiple programs to ensure the achievement of program objectives
Offer individualized career advising to undergraduate and specialty master’s students
Contribute to the professional development of the broader JCB student population
Track and document employment outcomes for the SC Johnson College of Business community
Monitor program success through the use of survey data and make improvements that support key performance indicators
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree with two to four years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
Experience in working directly with college level students, and familiarity with business school education, and industries/functions including real estate, consulting and finance
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues while fostering a high-quality, respectful work environment is required
The successful candidate will show a proven capacity to monitor outcomes, deliver results, and identify opportunities for continuous program improvement
Experience reflecting sound judgment, creativity, effective time management, and strong problem-solving skills, along with the ability to function productively within a team of professionals, is essential
The role also requires the ability to work independently while contributing to and supporting broader team objectives
Experience navigating and effectively utilizing software systems is required; current platforms include Handshake, Canvas, Qualtrics, Salesforce, and 12Twenty
The position requires occasional evening and weekend work in support of program goals, as well as a willingness to travel at least twice annually
Ability to advocate for individuals from a broad range of backgrounds
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members
Preferred
Master's degree/MBA career counseling, student affairs, higher ed administration, business administration, real estate or related degrees
An advanced understanding of career choices for business majors, prior experience working with students and a proven track record of supporting student post-graduation outcomes
Benefits
Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
Company
Cornell University
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