From: Christopher Pratt [mailto:
cgp2002@columbia.edu]
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
In the City of New York
Center for Career Education
Seeks candidates for two new positions to help undergraduate and graduate
students learn about the relationship between their education at Columbia
and life after graduation; develop the competencies required beyond the
classroom, to become informed about career mobility, acquire the knowledge,
tools, and skills necessary for success; to make informed decisions about
career goals, to find career opportunities related to their personal and
professional objectives, and make a difference in the world.
The Center serves students in six schools, Columbia College, The Fu
Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, the School of General
Studies, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School of
Architecture, Planning and Preservation, and the Graduate School of the
Arts.
Associate Director of Experiential Education and Student Enterprises:
Reporting to the Director of Experiential Education and Student Enterprises
assist in the development of and managing operation of experiential
education including internships, entrepreneurship, managerial skills and
leadership development for undergraduate and graduate students; manage all
operational aspects of Columbia Student Enterprises, currently employing 200
students and grossing $300,000 annually; assist in and travel to cultivate
and manage relationships with new and existing international and national
employer base; participate in program planning, research employment trends,
student demographics, and their respective needs, and counsel students and
present on such findings. Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
Master's degree in a relevant area preferred. A minimum of 2 years related
experience required.
Director, Graduate Student Career Development:
A member of the Center's senior leadership team, reporting directly to the
Dean and working with the Deans of four schools to implement the Career
Education model for 5,300 graduate students (PhD and Masters); leading
design, delivery, and direction of career programs and an online dossier
service for graduate students and alumni; managing multiple projects
including website, publications; internships, on-campus recruiting
opportunities and job fairs; networking; alumni panels; academic job
listings for graduate students interested in both academic and non-academic
career fields; one-on-one and group career counseling and guidance; working
at a national level with organizations dedicated to graduate career
development predicting trends to stay current and consistent with developing
standards. Bachelor's degree or equivalent required. Advanced degree (PhD)
highly preferred. Minimum of 5 years related experience required.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Superior management, written, oral and
interpersonal communication skills required. Thorough understanding of
career development for Research I institution students, and ability to
interact with diverse populations (including students, faculty, deans,
employers, administrators, and alumni) required. Demonstrated ability to
work well independently and as part of a team essential. Knowledge of
database management and website development strongly preferred. Valid
Driver's license and ability to travel required.
For details on these positions see:
http://jobs.hr.columbia.edu/jobs/PublicWebResultList1_40.asp
and their departments see:
http://www.cce.columbia.edu
To apply EMAIL letter citing qualifications as prescribed for this position
and resume to Dr. Christopher Pratt, Dean, Career Education,
rm392@columbia.edu <mailto:
rm392@columbia.edu> .
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer,
non-smoking environment. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.