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Associate Director, Career Management

Job Summary
 

The Associate Director, Career Management is part of a global Career Services team providing career management support to Chicago Booth MBA students and alumni. The Associate Director primarily functions as a coach and educator for Chicago Booth’s 1,300 full-time MBA students, based at Harper Center on the main University of Chicago Campus. As a coach, the AD provides one-on-one and small group support for all phases of the career and job search lifecycle. As an educator, the AD creates and delivers innovative career management programming including large classroom, experiential learning and special events, and via e-learning media such as webinars, video casts, and designed instructional tools.

 

Responsibilities

  • Coaches domestic and international students on pertinent career management and job search skills appropriate for the range of MBA-level business careers in one-on-one, small and large group settings, and virtually.
  • Conceptualizes, innovates, develops, and delivers career management programming to groups of 5-650 students.
  • Leads or co-leads the implementation of career education (knowledge and skill-building) including workshops, panel discussions, large scale conferences, and via e-learning/media.
  • Consults and partners with several functional, industry, and regional student groups to guide in planning and delivering career management-related programming to support recruiting needs.
  • Manages or leads various special projects/programs that provide career related support or strategic initiatives to address the needs of special constituencies.
  • Builds basic knowledge of issues facing international students; serves as a liaison to Booth Academic Services and University of Chicago Office of International Affairs to ensure international students can access appropriate resources as they navigate employment in the US.
  • Collaborates with the Employer Relations team; accompanies relationship managers on firm visits, both locally and nationally, to meet with firm representatives and discuss recruiting strategies, exchange student feedback and updates on hiring needs.
  • Continually develops and maintains knowledge of MBA functions, and designated industries; accompanies students on treks to employers.
  • Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of career research databases and shares that knowledge with relevant constituencies through one-on-one coaching appointments, live and virtual presentations, and online and print guides.
  • Solicits and analyzes student feedback and evaluations, and helps strategize with the Career Management team, student organizations, and/or other Booth staff to determine program offerings and innovations.
  • Leverages learning technologies in designing and delivering career content to support students.
  • Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to the MBA job search and incorporates tips/advice into coaching students, and in developing career programming.
  • Partners across team and colleagues in developing and implementing innovative initiatives.
  • Conducts job search and career management related large lectures, hands-on workshops, special events, training programs, and one-on-one career coaching sessions. Acts as a resource for and directs students to other career resources as needed.
  • Works, with minimal guidance, to write timely and effective articles about career management topics for a variety of student publications. Conceptualizes, develops, and delivers career management programming and published materials.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Please apply with a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should address your interest in Chicago Booth and this role, and outline the skills and experiences that directly relate to the position. Online application here: https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Associate-Director--Career-Management_JR27264 

Position: Associate Director, Career Management
Organization: The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Location: Chicago,  IL 
United States
Salary:
Posting Start Date: 9/13/2024
Date Posted: 9/13/2024
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
 

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • Master’s degree in business, counseling, or related field.

Experience:

  • A minimum five years of experience in career counseling or within relevant industry.

 

Preferred Competencies

  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching or counseling skills.
  • Experience and knowledge of, or demonstrated interest in, business careers.
  • An understanding of and appreciation for the needs and concerns of a diverse MBA student body.
  • Proficiency in using on-line resources, spreadsheets and presentation software.
  • Deep commitment to customer service and multi-task, meet deadlines, and work successfully in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated initiative, and work both independently and within a team.

 

Working Conditions

  • This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
  • Travel as needed.

 

Application Documents

  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)
Status: This listing expires on: 11/12/2024
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Name:
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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Chicago,  IL 60637
United States
Email:
natalie.kenna@chicagobooth.edu
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Natalie Kenna - Director, Career Management