Senior Associate Director, UG Career Development Programs & Strategic Initiative

Introduction

Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic & social value. It's an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, & a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural & inclusive community.

The primary role of the Senior Associate Director, Programs & Strategic Initiatives for the Hoffman Family Undergraduate Center for Career Development is to serve as a member of the CCD leadership team, implementing the strategic goals set by the Director. Also responsible for student advising, in addition to managing the Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives who also manages projects and advises students.

This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $91,314 to $101,460 depending on the candidate’s experience; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.

Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.

• Insurance Coverage
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  Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
• Time Off
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  Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.
• Retirement
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  Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
• Additional Benefits
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  Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr.

Strategic Initiatives (30%)

• Collaborates with the Director to establish goals and approaches for strategic initiatives.
• Assumes responsibility for the ongoing development, management, and execution of strategic initiatives, special projects, and programs as determined by the Director.

Program Management (30%)

• Develops vision, strategy and goals for programs including the Professional Attire program, First Year Micro-Internship program, and others to be determined in consultation with the Director.
• Builds effective and collaborative partnerships with campus offices to ensure program success. Works directly with Alumni Engagement to identify and engage alumni in career programs.
• Establishes program metrics and assessment tools; reviews and interprets data to evaluate current services and programs, staff development and training needs, and opportunities for improvement.

Student Support & Advising (30%)

• Counsels students throughout the full career development life cycle, which may include career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, networking approaches, internship and job search strategies, offers and negotiations, Linked In and personal branding, and other related topics
• Defines strategy for consistent engagement through the career development lifecycle for students as determined by Director.
• Develops relationships with students and student organizations through individual advising, programming, and consultation.
• Collaborates with Career Education team to design and deliver workshops, experiences, and other programming focused on relevant career management, industry-specific and functional areas
• Engages in continuous professional development in career and workforce development to drive best practices for career development programming and advising to maximize learning and student engagement.

Other (10%)

• Contributes to the marketing of CCD to increase visibility and brand awareness and to inform the College community about career initiatives. Authors and edits publications and electronic correspondence. Produces and delivers print and online (e.g., website, blogs, and social media) content to promote CCD programs and services.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required.

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE

Associate Director, UG Career Development Program Management & Strategic Initiatives

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must have at least 8-10 years of experience with combination of corporate and higher education environments preferred and a minimum of 3 years of experience managing staff and a budget.
• Must have program…