Director Of CLA Career Services

About the Job

The Director reports to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education and leads a career services team with 15 full-time staff, and is a key partner in the college's Career Readiness Initiative, coordinating with the Director of Career Readiness on all strategic priorities of the college, and with system partners. The Director will also be responsible for aligning the team's work with principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, to ensure that all students are served well as they plan and prepare to impact our interconnected world following graduation positively.

Full information for CLA Career Services can be found at www.clacareer.umn.edu and for the CLA Career Readiness Initiative at www.cla.umn.edu/career-readiness.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Oversight

• 35%

• Lead operationalization of the unit's strategic plan, with a focus on ensuring students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds have equitable access and success.

• Facilitate integration of Career Readiness Initiatives within the operational and strategic functions of CLACS.

• Advocate for budget, staff, and infrastructure to advance career management competency development of students.

• Participate in the Corporate Engagement workgroup to drive strategic relationships with corporate, alumni, and employer partners.

• Position Career Services to complete corporate and employer partnership agreements that serve students and the College and advance the career field programming model.

• Collaborate with Institutional Advancement to establish relationships with alumni, prospective donors, current donors, and community partners to increase student opportunities.

• Pursue integration of data, technology, and communication systems to meet our evolving needs.

• Analyze CLA's post-graduation survey results to advise unit decisions regarding employer outreach and business development, adjustments to career management curriculum, and services to students that address equity gaps.

• Coordinate the continuous improvement of Career Services by monitoring, assessing, and evaluating the operational delivery models and key student metrics.

Operational Strategy and Team Development

• 45%

• Hire and facilitate the success of a diverse team through intentional, equity-minded leadership and professional development.

• Supervise 5 professional staff, 11 indirect reports, and 1 "dotted line" professional, plus volunteers and a large group of student employees.

• Lead all aspects of multiple, scalable career education modalities, including career coaching and student engagement, career management curriculum, experiential learning and internships, career field model programming, student communications, and alumni and employer engagement.

• Ensure infrastructure and instructional staffing are appropriate to meet the student enrollment needs for the career management degree requirement.

• Lead annual operating budget, including endowment earnings, instructional funding, and student fees, in coordination with UGE fiscal.

• Strategically apply career data from UMN sources to understand the aggregate level career management development trajectory of students.

• Increase career development opportunities for students by demonstrating and deepening existing and new relationships with employers and alumni.

• Ensure alignment with Undergraduate Education priorities, team support for college-wide events, and CLACS representation on UGE committees and work groups.

College and University Leadership, Professional Development, & Service

• 20%

• Position CLA as a key partner regarding career preparation philosophy in system-wide committees.

• Engage in campus, state, and national professional associations related to the fields of student affairs and career development to maintain knowledge of standard processes.

• Contribute to the college's strategic positioning in collaboration with CLA leaders in marketing, communication, and career readiness.

• Demonstrate a dedication to ongoing social justice and racial equity work that identifies, challenges, and removes barriers to access at the individual, community, and system levels.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree plus at least 10 years of relevant experience in career development. or master's degree plus at least 8 years of relevant experience in career development.

• Experience supervising professional staff with progressive responsibilities and authority.

• Experience in positions requiring an in-depth understanding of college student career development

• Experience leading a team in a strategic manner

• Experience managing a budget

• Effectiveness supporting principles of equal opportunity, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, including experience supporting students and staff with varying identities and backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in counseling, student affairs, higher education, or a related field

• Strong belief in the value of a liberal arts education

• Knowledge of the nuanced career management needs of undergraduate liberal arts students

• Experience leading a large career services team with multiple functions in a dynamic and changing environment

• Understanding of current issues, standard processes, and emerging trends in higher education career services or undergraduate collegiate services in a liberal arts environment

• Experience assessing student outcomes and applying a data-informed approach to decision-making that supports institutional priorities.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• University HSA contributions

• Disability and employer-paid life insurance

• Employee wellbeing program

• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity

• Financial counseling services

• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format. The application review process will begin on April 23, 2024 (application date extended)

Salary Range: $90,000-$115,000

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).