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Central Michigan University

DIRECTOR / CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Central Michigan University, Lansing, Michigan, United States,


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Please see Special Instructions for more details.Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Supervisors are expected to support the Leadership Standards of Central Michigan University and foster a culture that inspires excellence. Please review the

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October 1, 2024 .

Position InformationPosting Number: S-3452

Position Number: 33030

Type of Recruitment: External

Position Title: DIRECTOR / CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Position Summary: Manages the operational, budget, and personnel functions of the career development center. Provides career development programming and internship, mentoring, and employment opportunities for the students at Central Michigan University at the main campus in Mount Pleasant and at any off-site locations around the US. Serves as a leader in the Division of Student Recruitment and Retention responsible for operating a unit that enhances student learning, retention, and successful outcomes.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in business, educational administration, counseling, college student personnel, or related field required.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in career planning and employment work, preferable in a centralized operation.

Experience in program development, supervision and evaluation, and budgeting.

Ability to use current technology and adapt to emerging technologies.

Ability to interact effectively with people, possess excellent communication skills and leadership ability, and be dedicated to the University’s Leadership Standards and the National Association of Colleges and Employer’s principles and practices of career planning, employment, and recruitment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with campus partners to raise funds to support initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leads operations of the career development center to ensure efficient, timely, and effective services and initiatives in line with leading-edge practices in career education and workplace learning.

Leads in the development and articulation of the vision and mission of the university’s career development center. Provides strategic vision and planning for career development, including internal and external initiatives and programs.

Develops short and long-range operating plans, including budgets, programs and services, personnel, technology/other equipment, and space.

Supervises staff, including training (as needed), staff evaluation, professional development, and related personnel matters.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts all university events that prepare students for employment and provide employment opportunities.

Collaborates with faculty and other stakeholders to ensure all CMU students are provided access to resources that help them explore potential careers.

Leads change to remain responsive to student career development needs and evolving market trends.

Oversees develops and ensures timely and accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting for assessment of the CDC initiatives and services.

Develops strong, ongoing relationships with regional/national employers that hire recent college graduates and alumni.

Participates in professional development activities to ensure professional growth and knowledge needed to provide effective leadership and program development.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision ExercisedSupervisors are expected to support the Leadership Standards of Central Michigan University and foster a culture that inspires excellence. The Leadership Standards define how we lead and treat others in our teams.

Message to ApplicantsCentral Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

Employee GroupEmployee Group: Professional & Administrative - Salary

Pay Range: $92,000 - $105,000

Division: Student Recruitment & Retention

Position Status: Regular

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Type: 12 month

Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as required.

Location: Mount Pleasant, MI

About the DepartmentCentral Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

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