Professional Development Manager

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Position Status : Full-time regular

Location : San Diego

Position Type : Administrator, School of Business

Position Title & Department :

Professional Development Manager; Knauss School of Business

Department Description :

The Knauss School of Business at USD embraces a stewardship approach to business education. Stewardship requires businesses to protect and care for society in pursuit of a greater good.

The Knauss School community of faculty, staff, students and graduates embrace stewardship by applying values-driven, free-enterprise skills to improve businesses, industries, and the lives of people in our community and around the world.

We provide academically rigorous, relevant and values-based education and research.

Detailed Description :

This recruitment is open to current University of San Diego employees only. Only current USD employees are eligible to apply and be considered for this position.

The Professional Development Manager is responsible for ensuring career preparedness and development as well as enhancing the co / extracurricular activities for business students within the Knauss School of Business.

The Manager plays an important role in the unique, holistic student experience and may work closely with Center(s) of Distinction, academic department chairs and Senior Director of Industry and Employer Relations within the Knauss School of Business.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Career Preparedness and Development :

• Partnering with the student (and their family as appropriate), provide 1 : 1 and group coaching appointments covering a variety of topics to include resume and cover letter review, mock interview preparation, career exploration, job search strategy, and career management conversations that connect to the student’s areas of passion and purpose.
• Provide insights on labor market research, workforce trends, and industry-specific hiring timelines to foster relationships with employers and connect KSB students with internship, contract, full-and part-time opportunities.
• Support students through customized programming and individualized Career Pathways.
• Assist in developing and updating resources and handouts for students.
• Help students foster and navigate diversity, equity and inclusion in professional settings through an equity lens.

Co / Extra-curricular Programming and Events :

• In partnership with faculty, develop and support an expanding array of co-curricular services, including program orientations, to current graduate and undergraduate students.
• Work with Marketing to design event marketing communications content and strategy, as needed.

Student Data Tracking & Industry Trends :

• Manage appointment scheduling, log appointment details, and maintain coaching notes.
• Assist in gathering and tracking of starting salary information as well as student intern and employment outcome data.

Networking and Strategic Partnership Development :

Participate in conferences and professional development organizations to network with employers, alumni and industry leaders.

Special Conditions of Employment :

Background check : Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Job Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with preference given to business or related field.
• 3 years of experience in programming, student services, career services or other related work.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with preference given to business or related field.
• 3+ year of experience in program management, student services and / or career services in higher education.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Computer literacy and experience with career services-related software.
• Ability to work with senior level industry executives as well as a broad range of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Excellent interpersonal, emotional intelligence and organizational skills.

Salary and Benefits :

$5,916.67 - $6,250.00 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement contribution.

Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.

Special Application Instructions :

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review.

Note : Preference will be given to qualified current University of San Diego employees.

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