Career Engagement Specialist

Posting Detail Information Working TitleCareer Engagement Specialist Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202401771AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$53,000 - $60,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; its a thriving community thats transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/21/2024 Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nations leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB accredited business school which enrolls more than 2,600 undergraduate students in eleven business concentrations and approximately 1,500 graduate students across multiple graduate programs. While we are the largest undergraduate and graduate major on campus, we strive to create a small college environment. The College of Business Career Management Center provides comprehensive career services to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as alumni, of Colorado State Universitys College of Business. Services include career counseling, assessment and development, internship and job search assistance, personal marketing for career opportunities, instruction of career courses, cultivating employer partnerships to advance career outcomes for students, and hosting of employer events. Position Summary The Career Engagement Specialist is a joint member of both the Career Counseling and Employer Relations Teams, with the responsibility to support the career readiness of College of Business students and alumni through individual career advising/coaching and career education, as well as the cultivation of relationships with current and prospective employers seeking to engage, and ultimately hire, business students and alumni. This role utilizes knowledge of the career development process in their work with students and alumni, including career development practices, career readiness competencies, labor market and hiring trends, interview skills, resume and cover letter techniques, and strategies to secure internships and jobs, among other relevant approaches. This position supports, guides, and trains students and alumni in both individual and group interactions. This may include the development, coordination, and delivery of student workshops, class presentations, and potential for career courses and group experiences. This role will also work as a member of the Employer Relations team with a focus of cultivating new, and maintaining existing, employer partners. This position will assist in the development, planning, and execution of engaging employer-focused opportunities that connect College of Business students and alumni with potential employers and increase career knowledge. In addition to the student and employer facing components of this role, this position will engage in and contribute to the development and ongoing management of department initiatives, programs, and resources that strategically impact College goals, student career readiness, and the successful outcomes of students. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Career Management Center will not provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Required Job Qualifications + Bachelors degree in a relevant area such as business, human resources, human development, or other related field. + Minimum of 2 years professional experience (may include internships in career services, student affairs in higher education, or other related fields) + Demonstrated experience in career development, career planning, recruitment, employer relations, and or talent development Preferred Job Qualifications + Masters degree in a relevant area such as career counseling, student affairs/administration in higher education, business, human resources, or related field. + Degree in business + Professional commitment to CSUs Principles of Community (Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, Social Justice) + Knowledge of effective career advising and/or coaching strategies that support the career development of college students and alumni + Experience planning or executing career events + Experience in employer relations within a career services office + Experience developing and facilitating presentations to groups or classes + Experience with career assessment tools Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Departments commitment to diversity and inclusion. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryCareer Advising/Coaching Duty/Responsibility + Advise and coach diverse and global business students across undergraduate, graduate, and alumni populations through individual appointments (45 minutes) and drop-in meetings (15 minutes), supporting navigation of the career development and search process. + Utilize a student-centered, holistic, and strategic approach to help students navigate career development, search, and transition processes. + Guide students/alumni related to career pathing, industry and labor market information and trends, specifically related to CSU College of Business concentration and program focus areas. + Utilize informal and formal career assessments, including Clifton Strengths and CareerLeader (based on training and expertise). + Assess student needs and make appropriate referrals as needed, including to resources within and outside of the university. + Attend Career Counseling Team meetings. Percentage Of Time40 Job Duty CategoryEmployer Relations Duty/Responsibility + Outreach to employers and actively market the CSU College of Business to develop new opportunities in diverse career fields that match business student interests. + Develop and maintain relationships with employers to help them create a strategic approach to developing talent pipelines and participating in engagement opportunities. + Effectively communicate with prospective and existing employers to promote upcoming career events and to ensure employers have all the needed information and understanding to be ready to effectively engage students and alumni. + Contribute as a member of the Employer Relations team to the event planning, strategy, and logistics for career fairs, networking events, panel discussions, and information tables + Stay up to date on employment policies and best practices related to internships and campus recruiting. + Utilize technology platforms such as Handshake and Salesforce to help promote and track student and employer engagement. + Serve as a career co-liaison to a wide variety of business-focused student organizations, including but not limited to identity-based groups (i.e. Latinx Business Association, First Generation Business Association, Women in Business, Business Pride) Collaborate to foster engagement between student organizations and employers to support career readiness among students. + Serve as direct contact for business and industry involving all aspects of internships and job placements. Percentage Of Time40 Job Duty CategoryDepartment Initiatives, Programs, and Resources Duty/Responsibility + Establish and nurture communication between career counselors and employer relations team members to support cross-team collaboration. + Collaborate on Career Management Center strategic initiatives related to College of Business goals. + Engage in the Career Management Centers team approach to establishing goals, planning events, facilitating career fairs and networking functions, refining programs, developing new resources, conducting class and group presentations, and teaching career management-related courses. + Develop career resource content for the Career Management Centers website (bizcareers.colostate.edu), online learning platforms, social media, email newsletters, and career guides. Topics addressed could include career exploration in business, internship processes, targeted job searching, offer negotiation, resume and cover letter creation, interviewing, building social capital, career-relevant social media strategies, and career and life design. + Partner as needed on Career Management Center programs, such as Mock Interview Program, Mentoring Program, Professional Development Fund, international student programming, etc. + Actively participate in Career Management Center shared responsibilities to produce high-quality events, such as Job & Internship Expos, Career Fairs, Career Meetups, etc. + Attend and be an active contributor to departmental team and staff meetings. + Effectively participate in the development and nurturing of relationships with Career Management Center stakeholders, including employer partners, prospective employers, university career services partners, and internal College of Business faculty and staff. Percentage Of Time20 Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants will be expected to provide: + A cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicants ability to meet the positions required and preferred qualifications + A resume + Contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST October 21, 2024, to https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/151944however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Search ContactSarah Hill, sarah.j.hill@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the Universitys Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Do you have a Bachelors degree in a relevant area such as business, human resources, human development, or other related field? + Yes + No + * Do you have a minimum of 2 years professional experience (may include internships in career services, student affairs in higher education, or other related fields)? + Yes + No + * Do you have demonstrated experience in career development, career planning, recruitment, employer relations, and or talent development? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume Optional Documents