Uchicago

Uchicago

Assistant Director, Careers in Business

Illinois: Chicago · Director · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$88k-$113kDetected 8 days ago
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About the role

  • This role will primarily support students who have an interest in business and finance careers.
  • This role will support program management, including but not limited to employer outreach, event planning, tactical coordination, and student engagement.
  • UChicago Career Advancement's Careers in Business programs build on the world-class UChicago liberal arts foundation to give students a competitive edge in their professional development and recruiting in a wide range of financial services institutions and other business roles.

Responsibilities

  • Uses industry and company knowledge to provide targeted, outcomes-driven guidance and support for students pursuing a career in finance and business. Identifies and sources job and internship opportunities that match student career interests.
  • Reaches out to employers and alumni to develop relationships and source opportunities for students ranging from job shadowing and site visits to internships, primarily for selective cohort programs.
  • Develops program strategy for business and finance career readiness activities focused on interview prep, networking, application materials, and building technical finance skills, designed to prepare students for a successful career and support engagement and recruiting outcomes.
  • Researches and develops innovative workshops, events, and activities to prepare students for a career in today's environment.
  • Supports weekly Careers in Business communications promoting workshops, events, and job opportunities.
  • Supports drafting strategic communications for high level donors, University leadership, and employer partners.
  • Manages and maintains efficient methods to track student data, quantify student engagement, and report on student outcomes. Tracks student progress in securing a job or internship using Salesforce.
  • Provides support as necessary for data management and analytics, correspondence, and reporting to senior leadership and other constituents.
  • This includes, but is not limited to, connecting with firms and alumni, and developing the visit schedule and logistics.

Requirements

  • include a college or university degree in related field.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Expertise in program development, or a related area.
  • Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching or counseling skills.

Skills

  • ESA Careers in Business 3
  • About the Department
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Utilize Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or other digital platform for meetings and events.
  • Expertise in counseling, program development, or a related area.

Compensation

  • $87,550.00 - $113,300.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
  • The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information.
  • Writes annual reports and regular program updates or presentations for program donors and University senior leadership.

Benefits

  • Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
  • Benefits Eligible

Equal opportunity

  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the
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