Director Of Placement And Employer Relations, Accounting

Staff and Administrative

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Director of Placement and Employer Relations, School of Accountancy

Career Advisor to both undergraduate and graduate accounting students; facilitating career direction, career option and career development discussions with students. Assist students in exploring a broad array of post-graduation options, including career opportunities, continuing education, entrepreneurship, family, military service, volunteer service etc. Assist students in identifying and securing an array of experiential and career opportunities though networking trips (NetTreks), company sponsored case studies/competitions, internships, relevant study abroad opportunities, relevant part-time work, etc. Mentor and develop student's professional competencies to ensure success in the workplace post-graduation.

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What you'll do in this position:

• Directly advise and mentor 350-450 undergraduate and 400+ graduate students in the School of Accountancy in their career exploration, professional development, and internship/full-time job search and placement.

• Advise on resume preparation, and practice effective interview techniques, provide job offer counseling and work with students in the development and application of professional competencies required for workplace success.

• Oversee planning and execution of networking trips, as well as help students secure their first internship and full-time position and prepare them with soft-skill competencies required for successful career progression.

• Develop and strengthen relationships with recruiters, senior executives, BYU alumni and industry experts with the purpose of enabling a broad set of career and employment opportunities for BYU Marriott students.

• Act as the point person for coordinating, managing, and reporting all recruitment activities on behalf of the School of Accountancy

• Partner with faculty to develop and create recruiting/professional development curriculum, as well as generate ideas in partnership with Academic Advisor, BCC colleagues, and Board of Advisors for non-curriculum recruiting preparation and professional development evens/workshops/communications.

• Identify and develop critical relationships with faculty/administrative personnel from universities interested in admitting BYU School of Accounting students to their respective MAcc programs.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU

• Bachelor's degree (preferred degrees: Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Economics)

• 10 years of relevant and diverse corporate experience

• Experience with leading, developing, mentoring, evaluating, and hiring professionals.

• Experienced in collaborating across organizations to achieve stated objectives.

• Extensive professional network and demonstrated ability to develop and secure new business relationships.

Preferred

• Master's degree and/or CPA (preferred degrees: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics)

• 15+ years in a diverse Fortune 500 setting

• Professional experience within diverse corporate environments having had direct responsibilities for managing a function, region, or business unit.

• Comfortable using the latest office technology.

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)

• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation+ 12 sick days, accrued annually

• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household

• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members

• Access to athletic facilities

• Excellent medical/dental benefits

• Short/long term disability benefits

• Paid parental and maternity leave

• Wellness program

• Free on-campus parking

• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents

• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Employee Class: Administrative

Work Location: Provo Campus

Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment

Physical Exam Required: N

Desired Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Close Date: 07/12/2024

Pay Level: 53

Approximate Starting Salary: $69,000 - $89,500

Documents Required at time of Application:

Required: Cover Letter, Resume

Optional: Letter of Recommendation 1

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!