Career Services Director jobs in Wisconsin

The department of Career Services at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Business Career Advisor (Career Development Coordinator, AE032).

The Business Career Advisor has three primary responsibilities; 1) to serve as a career advisor to students enrolled in the College of Business and Economics (CoBE) master's and bachelor's degree programs, 2) to develop and maintain positive, working relationships with employers in order to enhance their recruitment of UW-Whitewater graduates, and 3) to serve as an instructor for a required Career Information course.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree completed by June 2024. MBA or MSE preferred, others acceptable.
• Experience (employment, assistantship, internship, etc.) working with college students in an advisory or supervisory role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in career advising in an academic setting or human resources, recruiting, or talent acquisition in a corporate setting is preferred.
• Experience teaching academic courses is desirable.
• Evidence of effective presentation/public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of corporate culture, and how to prepare new employees to succeed in the corporate environment.
• A service orientation; willingness to help individuals and groups.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
  

• Provide direct assistance to students enrolled in all on-campus and online Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) majors and Master's programs. Meet individually with undergraduate and graduate students as needed to assist with their internship and job searches.
• Serve as an instructor for BEINDP 288 - Career Information. This class is required of all undergraduate majors in the College of Business and Economics.
• Assist with coordinating annual programs including the CoBE Professional Development Program and "Career Fest" events.
• Serve as part of the Career Services team to assist in university-wide employer relations efforts including career fair planning.
• Build and maintain relationships with CoBE faculty, department chairs, administration, and other key stakeholders.
• This position will give outreach presentations to classes and student organizations as requested.
• Create and maintain professional networks including memberships in various professional associations and networking groups. These associations may include such groups as the Wisconsin Association of Colleges and Employers, NACE, as well as other relevant organizations.
• Attend Career Services staff meetings, and various other University, College, and Divisional committees as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Business & Economics, the Director of Career Services, and the Business Career Services Manager.

Supervision Received:
General supervision is received from the Business Career Services Manager.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION.

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within the range of $45,000 - $55,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Applications received by April 28th, 2024, are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Sarah Stolberg

262-472-1950

stolbers@UWW.edu

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Name and contact information for three professional references

This Job ID is 20695.