Career and Professional Development Specialist
- Employer
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
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- Student Affairs, Career Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
999590
Functional Title:Career and Professional Development Specialist
Position Type:Staff
Position Eclass:EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information:UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:In the Bryan School of Business & Economics, we create and disseminate knowledge about the theory and practice of business. In addition to our courses and research, we accomplish this through hands-on projects, global experiences, and outreach to the community. Our work produces principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who have a global perspective, an innovative mindset, a broad understanding of sustainability, and a commitment to improve the organizations in which they work and the communities in which they live.
Position Summary:This Career and Professional Development Specialist is responsible for the development, administration, and management of educational and career-related programs and experiential activities that are linked to the academic mission of the graduate programs within the Bryan School. This full-time, leave earning position is primarily internally-focused on student engagement (in-person and virtual formats), and will work closely with the members of the Office of External Affairs to align support from external audiences.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree preferably in higher ed counseling, student affairs, human resources, or business.
- Two years’ experience in higher ed career counseling, corporate recruitment, or related fields.
- Proficiency with productivity tools such as M/S Word, Excel, and presentation tools (Powerpoint, Prezi).
- Master’s degree (or working towards) in business, counseling, human resources, communication or student affairs.
- Broad knowledge and experience in career counseling processes in a variety of business and/or academic fields.
Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application in full detail for employment to be considered. Mailed resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Required documents to upload:
- Resume
- Cover letter, not to exceed one page, detailing personal qualifications as they relate to the position description.
- List of references
The list of references must detail at least three (3) professional references including:
- Name
- Company Name
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic or Personal). One (1) of those references must be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.
Recruitment Range:Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department:Dean's Office - BE - 11801
Job Open Date:01/13/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
FTE:1.000
Type of Appointment:Permanent
Number of Months per Year:12
FLSA:Exempt
Percentage Of Time:50%
Key Responsibility:Career Advising
Essential Tasks:Providing one-on-one and group career advising on topics including job search, methods of professional communications with prospective employers, career research resources, resume critiques, interview preparation, and internship searches.
Percentage Of Time:25%
Key Responsibility:Career and Professional Development Programming
Essential Tasks:In close collaboration with graduate programs, design, manage, and deliver an annual calendar of student career and professional development-related programming, including group presentations and workshops, to supplement student academic experience for graduate students.
Percentage Of Time:20%
Key Responsibility:Community Engagement
Essential Tasks:Working closely with the Employer Relations Specialist in building and sustaining external stakeholder relationships and individually, recruiting companies for student developmental programs. Serving as internal point of contact for companies interested in recruiting Bryan School students for jobs and internships and related matters.
Percentage Of Time:5%
Key Responsibility:General Program Support
Essential Tasks:Other duties as assigned.
Physical Effort:Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - O, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - C, Writing - C, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - R, Sitting - F, Walking - O, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R
Work Environment:Inside - C
Organization
UNCG at a Glance
Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.
With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.
UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.
The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.
As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.
Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.
UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences
The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.
Achievements & Accolades
UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.
Challenging Academic Programs
UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.
Supportive Environment
Engaged Community
Careers at UNCG
UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.
- Website
- https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/
- Telephone
- 336-334-5009
- Location
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723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
US
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