Associate Director, Stuckert Career Center

Department Name: Career and Academic Support

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level 46

Salary Range $50,981-84,115/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 5 yrs

Physical Requirements: Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects, and walking to/from meetings/events.

Shift Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Summary The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the operations necessary for the delivery of University-wide career education services along with collaborative programming on behalf of the Stuckert Career Center, with emphasis on career community partnerships with each University college. The Associate Director will provide leadership for University-wide career development strategies, including but not limited to, developing college/discipline-specific career readiness programs and activities for a diverse domestic and international student body. Professional staff supervision and staff development will be focal points of the position, including performance management and data-informed practices designed to maximize quality service delivery and outcomes. This position will require an understanding and prior experience with career development practices and methods, including career coaching, career assessment, and experiential education. This position will identify and develop strong relationships with academic advising, employer relations, and other complementary university program areas.

The University of Kentucky Office for Student Success operates from a student-centered foundation. We seek to build a strong community through the care of and concern for every member of Student Success. We cultivate an equity-minded working and learning environment where people are seen and valued. We strive to revolutionize student success practice through a culture of ingenuity, excellence, agency, and accountability.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety, and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, the start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Extremely well organized with excellent follow-through ability. Effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. Experience building and developing a team and supporting professional development opportunities for staff. Experience supervising multiple staff and managing commensurate scheduling and service delivery decisions. Experience in counseling, advising or teaching students/adults on their career/professional development. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and to interface effectively with employers, students, alumni, faculty and university administrators. Ability to embrace and drive change and to organize and manage multiple priorities, programs, and projects, both independently and in a team. Proficient in the use of web-based software. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel required. Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication, program planning, presentation, and computer skills. Ability to establish rapport and relate well to students, faculty, employers, and staff. Ability to work with a diverse population of team members and constituents. Willingness to work collaboratively with academic units. Service-oriented approach. Careful attention to detail.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience: Prefer a Master’s degree in counseling, student personnel, human resources, higher education, communication, business administration, or a related field.

Prefer a minimum of 5-7 years of experience working with college students.

Prefer 3-4 years supervising employees. Experience in college/university career services (a minimum of five years of experience is strongly desired).

Deadline to Apply 01/02/2023

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients, and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

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