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Assistant Director of Career Development

Employer
Kenyon College
Location
Gambier, Ohio

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Job Details

 

Kenyon College is conducting a search to fill two positions of Assistant Director of Career Development. The Assistant Directors are  members of the Career Development Office (CDO), which is positioned within the Academic Affairs Division. The Assistant Directors report to an Associate Director of Career Development. The Assistant Directors support the mission of the College by offering career advising and programming; conducting outreach and support to faculty, campus and external partners; and providing oversight of specific initiatives within a focus area, either mentorship or experiential learning.

 

Career Advising

 

  • Assist a diverse community of students and alumni in evaluating their skills, values and professional interests through advising, workshops, programming, and self-reflection exercises. Coach students and alumni through securing internship and job opportunities by offering feedback and assistance with identifying and assessing opportunities, resume and cover letter writing; networking; interviewing; and professional etiquette. Strive to scale counseling reach through development of digital resources, programming and group advising.

Programming

 

  • Determine workshop and programming needs of the student body and campus groups, such as Black Student Union, Unity House, ADELANTE, ECO, Greek organizations, and student-athletes. Conduct career workshops and programming for students, faculty, and staff. Regularly assess and evaluate programs’ effectiveness through survey collection and analysis.

Outreach and Support

 

  • Serve as a liaison to several academic departments, communicating regularly with the chair to share resources, upcoming events, and relevant job and internship leads. Develop and provide customized programming in partnership with academic departments. Attend local, regional or national conferences and committees related to primary job functions. Assist with the development and maintenance of the web pages and resources.

Focus Area (responsible for one)
Each Assistant Director will actively support the growth and development of one focus area in direct collaboration with an Associate Director. Current and near-future initiatives are described below, with the expectation that programming will continue to expand within each area according to the evolving needs of students and alumni.

 

Experiential Learning Focus Area

 

  • Work closely with Associate Director and The Office of Community Partnerships to grow both the quantity and quality of local experiential learning opportunities through Community Internship Program, volunteering, and Community-Engaged Learning courses. In conjunction with Associate Director, implement and oversee a summer professional development series. In conjunction with Associate Director, offer administrative support to EXPL 205/206 courses. Create, maintain and update resources and programming to help students and employers maximize the student employment experience on campus. Join the Summer Internship Stipend committee and oversee donor stewardship of endowed funds. Ensure experiential learning representation at Kenyon’s annual Showcase event. Regularly update CDO staff on available and upcoming experiential learning opportunities to share with students, academic departments and campus partners. Other duties as assigned by Associate Director.

Mentorship Focus Area

 

  • In conjunction with Associate Director, oversee management of the Professional Extension Project program. In conjunction with Associate Director, implement and oversee a Student Ambassador Program. Advise and assist alumni and parents interested in becoming involved in mentorship. Monitor and increase engagement for the Kenyon Career Network among both alumni and students. Develop resources, processes and materials to support the Job Shadow Program. Conduct career-related programming as part of the First-Year Experience. Provide support to formal mentoring programs, including those run by the Career Development Office; Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and alumni affinity groups. Other duties as assigned by Associate Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

 

  • Strong technological background, with proven track record of utilizing software and technology to streamline processes, create resources, and scale programs.  Team player, excited to work collaboratively with others.   Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Experience addressing career or professional development needs of underrepresented populations. Software proficiencies: Microsoft Office, Google Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

 

  • Familiarity with and affinity for the liberal arts. Career development or advising experience. Certification in one or more career assessment. Software proficiencies: Adobe Creative Suite, Handshake, Wisr.

Working Conditions

 

This position may require limited travel and the associated physical demands, as well as occasional work during evenings and weekends. 

 

Kenyon College is a nationally prominent, private liberal arts college where academic excellence goes hand in hand with a strong sense of community and close relationships among students and professors.

Compensation and Benefits

Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.

We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA/CREF retirement (suspended for the 20-21 year), and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Staff Handbook.

Kenyon is a unique place to live and work. To discover why it should be your next home, click here.

Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. Please visit our Diversity at Kenyon website.

Organization

Working at Kenyon College

Living and Learning in the Kenyon Community and the Surrounding Area

Excellence. Engagement. Community.This is what Kenyon values. There is a distinctive brand of community that is Kenyon's. We believe that individuals are not limited to who they are on paper, where they have been, or what they look like.

We believe that this place, Kenyon College, is a beautiful place in which one can build a beautiful life. And when someone's interests and strengths match the opportunities that this place has to offer, fulfillment happens.

Our faculty and staff have come here from all over the country-indeed, from all over the world, and from all kinds of backgrounds. They stay and live a life some never expected to live. Former urbanites raise sheep and practice carpentry when they are not engaged in academics. Faculty and staff walk their dogs around campus. For a change of pace, some will make the 50-minute drive to Columbus for some great dining, arts and cultural events, or shopping.

Kenyon is the kind of place where living the life of the mind matters. Discourse happens every day, and students, faculty, and staff have opportunities to learn to practice it with civility. It is the kind of place where people come together to support someone in a crisis large or small. It is collaborative more than competitive. If you want a place where individuals care deeply about learning and about one another, come here. If you want a change of pace, come here. If you strive for the best in yourself, professionally and personally, and want your students to do the same, come here.

Come be a part of Kenyon.

What's the area like?

Kenyon and the surrounding area are often remarked upon for their beauty. Very near campus is the Brown Family Environmental Center, where nature lovers will often attend free programs and events for kids and adults alike that include night hikes, bird-watching, or native plant and animal exploration. Through it runs the Kokosing Gap Trail, on which casual walkers and sports enthusiasts alike will hike, run, or bike the 14 miles (and growing!) of former rail line. The Rural Life Center explores and promotes the lifestyles present and past in Knox County , in which Kenyon is located. Knox County exemplifies Midwestern openness, and also an increasing diversity typical of the rest of the country.

Mt. Vernon, located 4 miles from Kenyon College, is the seat of Knox County. Mt. Vernon boasts both a public square surrounded by historic buildings, an active theater community, and a commercial district which includes a movie theater, retail stores, and restaurants.

Finally, there is Columbus, a vibrant city with diverse shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. Its many neighborhoods, including notably the Short North, host a tremendous array of independently owned restaurants, varying from those with a heavy farm-to-fork emphasis to numerous international cuisines brought to the city by its multinational population, and much more. Columbus's cultural scene includes an outstanding symphony orchestraballet company, and several theater groups. Its historic theater buildings host the Broadway in Columbus seriesthroughout the year. Located throughout the city are also several major shopping areas, including Polaris and Easton. Columbus is, finally, home to three professional sports teams, and to the Ohio State Buckeyes, whose football and basketball teams especially enjoy loyal and very spirited fans at their games.  Located less than an hour away from Kenyon, Columbus is an attractive destination.

What if I have a spouse/partner?

Dual job searches are often a challenge. If there is no suitable position available at Kenyon for a spouse or partner, there are opportunities close by. Knox County is home to Mount Vernon Nazarene University, and several large employers who often have openings for healthcare workers, engineers, and other professionals: the Knox County Community Hospital Kokosing Construction Company, and Ariel Corporation, to name a few. Many of these attract professionals from all over the country. Within an hour, there are also opportunities in neighboring cities and counties. Columbus is home to Nationwide Insurance, JPMorgan Chase & Company, and Abbott Nutrition, among other large employers. As the capital of Ohio, Columbus is also home to many state government positions

For academic spouses and partners, the Five Colleges of Ohio ("Ohio 5") often have postings at those institutions. The Columbus metro area is also home to The Ohio State University's flagship and regional campuses, as well as more than 40 other colleges and universities.

 

Company info
Telephone
740-427-5000
Location
Kenyon College
Gambier
Ohio
43022
United States

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