Manager, Undergraduate Business Programs
- Employer
- University of Miami
- Location
- Coral Gables, FL
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Business & Financial Management, Program Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job location: Coral Gables, FL
Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-05-17
Req: R100032237
Current Employees:
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The Program Manager oversees and coordinates the day-to-day operations of career-related services and programming for undergraduate business students, in accordance with the institutions academic and strategic missions. The incumbent operates with the goal of delivery high quality programs, by performing the specific duties below in identified areas and working independently toward carrying out departmental objectives utilizing the knowledge and application of departmental and University policies and procedures. Supervised by the Academic Director of Career Resources, the incumbent may direct and coordinate the activities of other employees and student workers performing exempt and nonexempt tasks.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employer Development
- Plan, implement, evaluate, and monitor an effective employer relationship program; collaborate in the development efforts with regional and national companies through site visits and marketing.
- Develop and cultivate strategic relationships with internal and external communities (faculty, staff, alumni, business, the public sector, and not-for-profit entities), emphasizing aggressive development and marketing to expand internship and full-time employment opportunities specifically for undergraduate business students.
- Develop and manage social media for the undergraduate business career development team; routinely update employer data and professional contacts.
- Develop, coordinate, and execute MBS undergraduate career programs, workshops or other programs created by the Academic Director or Vice Dean.
- Create enhanced Winter Externship opportunities for students through building alumni commitments and generating partnerships with MBS ARD.
- Coordinate applications for the not-for-profit summer internships.
- Build and maintain strategic and collaborative working relationship with other UM units, especially Toppel Career Center.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders so that the program runs efficiently and effectively.
- Represents the University of Miami at various corporate functions to gain exposure in the Miami community and/or to represent the University employer/student functions.
Data Management
- Collect, manages, analyzes and reports data, on all aspects of undergraduate career and employer relations activities.
Student Interface
- Serve as liaison between employers and students, assisting in identifying “right fit” opportunities for students and employers, and functioning as connector between students, employers and alumni
- Assist with career advice to students, under the supervision of the Academic Director.
- Follow up with students as to status of interface with employers for specific job postings
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, implement and evaluate innovative programming as market trends change
- Maintain high level of contact with employers to ensure they meet recruiting goals
- Coordinate employer visits, including student outreach, location identification and set up
- Participate in regular staff meetings
- Plan and execute career-related events
- Maintain a positive, engaged interaction with employers and students
- Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of the undergraduate business career development and employer relations programs.
- Establish and continuously assess the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
- Supervise, evaluate, and discipline direct reports, to ensure optimum performance.
- Ensure that operations are managed within authorized budgets.
- Model the University’s DIRECCT values.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSA):
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to proactively identify projects, tactics and/or strategies to enhance the MBS undergraduate career development program
- Ability to assess, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks
- Ability to assess skill set, personality and needs and fit for employment opportunities
- Ability to present to small and large audiences on career-related topics
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with internet use and research
- Proficiency with online employment search engines and management systems
- Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate program operations
- Ability to establish program goals, and objectives that support the MBS undergraduate career development mission
- Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and/or supervise the work of others
- Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
- Commitment to the University’s core values.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree required
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Three (3) years corporate recruiting or career development experience preferred
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, certifications and/or work experience will be considered.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:c105
Organization
The University of Miami is one of America's top research universities located in one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in the world.
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The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. With more than $413 million in research and sponsored program expenditures annually, the University of Miami is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Only 3 percent of four-year institutions in the nation are invited to join the AAU, which recognizes breadth and quality of research and scholarship. While the majority of this work is housed at the Miller School of Medicine, investigators conduct hundreds of studies in other areas, including marine science, engineering, education, and psychology.
The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.
Transforming lives
With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.
The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.
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