Assistant Director of the Career & Academic Planning Center

George Fox University's Career & Academic Planning Center is seeking a dynamic and collaborative individual to serve as the Assistant Director of the Career & Academic Planning Center.

About the Job :

The Assistant Director of the Career and Academic Planning (CAP) Center plays a key role in supporting the academic and career development of students.

This position focuses on fostering partnerships, overseeing daily operations, and implementing strategic initiatives to equip students for academic success and career readiness.

The Assistant Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and community partners to provide resources and programs that align with the university's mission of preparing students spiritually, academically, and professionally.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Career Development & Academic Success (50%)
• Providing academic coaching to traditional undergraduate students in multiple majors, assisting them in setting educational goals, developing plans to accomplish those goals, and providing guidance to ensure completion of graduation requirements in a timely fashion.
• Formulating, and bi-annually updating, academic roadmaps for assigned students, ensuring timely completion of degree requirements.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of academic policies, majors, minors, and program requirements, and collaborating with the CAP Center staff on tasks such as updating academic roadmaps, registration strategies, and verifying course offerings.
• Providing professional coaching to help students develop strategies for career development, including resume writing, interview techniques, job search strategies, and professional networking.
• Supporting students in aligning academic experiences with career aspirations, guiding them through the exploration of career paths and vocational calling.
• Program Development & Management (25%)
• Researching and implementing data-informed student success strategies that support student retention and graduation.
• Assisting in developing, managing, and evaluating academic and career planning programs, events, and workshops that promote student success and career readiness.
• Aiding with the hiring, onboarding, and training of CAP Center staff.
• Collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to integrate academic planning with career exploration.
• Serving on campus committees, such as Student Support Network, to represent the CAP Center and supporting student success initiatives across the university.
• Team Leadership & Supervision (15%)
• Assisting the Director in managing the day-to-day operations of the CAP Center to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Supervising and mentoring student interns, providing guidance on career development projects and initiatives.
• Acting as a liaison between CAP Center and other university departments, fostering collaboration and the exchange of center-related resources.
• Data Analysis & Strategic Planning (10%)
• Collecting and analyzing data on student experience, engagement, and outcomes to assess the effectiveness of programs and services.
• Assisting the Director in developing long-term goals and strategic plans for the CAP Center.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc.

and works well with a variety of people.

Other duties as assigned.

We're looking for candidates who have :

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a customer focused environment.
• Proficiency with technology and data entry.
• The demonstrated ability to work as a team member to accomplish organizational and unit goals.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to deal with the public and campus community in a helpful and courteous manner;

ability to obtain and use information with tact and discretion.

• Strong organizational skills and the demonstrated ability to work independently on multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• The ability to understand and administer curricular requirements.
• Experience in developing and student / academic success programs.
• The ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity .
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Job information :

• Hours Per Week : 40
• Primary Work Location : Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions : Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor : Director of the Career & Academic Planning Center

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion.

Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes.

We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly : Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian : As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling : You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work : You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer :

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume :

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.

It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law.

This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities.

Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market.

Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.