FY 13-78
February 12, 2013
TITLE/RANK: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR EMPLOYER RELATIONS
HIRING UNIT: CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The primary responsibilities of this position include development of professional, Cooperative Education and internship positions for students and alumni. The applicant will conduct research concerning the types of positions available versus the needs of students and alumni. This position will network with employers, faculty, staff, students, alumni and University administration to promote Career Development Center (CDC) programs as well as develop and implement a structured recruitment plan to support both employers and students/alumni in successfully fulfilling program goals. The Assistant Director will recruit companies to choose SIUE first for on-campus interviews and handle recruitment of companies for 6 career fairs annually. The Assistant Director will also handle the program planning for several workshops and events utilizing employer volunteers throughout the year. This position will inform companies of SIUE’s resume referral system and other services of the CDC. Some night and weekend hours may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, master’s in Human Resources or related field preferred, one to three years’ experience in career and/or job development field or similar experience, strong leadership, management, and organizational skills, team building skills, computer skills, a strong commitment to customer service, and advanced communication skills. Supervisory duties are included in this position. Candidates must also have a demonstrated success in the development, implementation, and management of a recruitment program as well as program and event planning and the ability to present to both small and large groups. Experience with a database management software product is preferred.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: Continuing, non-bargaining, 12 month, fiscal, 100%.
SOURCE OF FUNDS: State
SALARY RANGE: $3,093 per month
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 12, 2013 or until the position is filled.
SUBMIT LETTER OF APPLICATION, RESUME, TRANSCRIPT, AND REFERENCES TO:
Electronic submissions preferred: kwathen@siue.edu
Kevin Wathen
Business Manager, Enrollment Management
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Campus Box 1610
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1610
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas.
Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, or sex in violation of Title VII. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.
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