Senior Associate Director, UG Career Development Programs & Strategic Initiative

This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $91,314 to $101,460 depending on the candidate’s experience; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.

Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.

Insurance Coverage : Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.

Time Off : Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.

Retirement : Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.

Additional Benefits : Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected] .

Job Description The primary role of the Senior Associate Director, Programs & Strategic Initiatives for the Hoffman Family Undergraduate Center for Career Development is to serve as a member of the CCD leadership team, implementing the strategic goals set by the Director. Also responsible for student advising, in addition to managing the Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives who also manages projects and advises students.

Compensation This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $91,314 to $101,460 depending on the candidate’s experience; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget. All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].

Benefits Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week. Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits. Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.

Additional Benefits Retirement: Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match. Additional Benefits: Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.

Collaborates with the Director to establish goals and approaches for strategic initiatives.

Assumes responsibility for the ongoing development, management, and execution of strategic initiatives, special projects, and programs as determined by the Director.

Develops vision, strategy and goals for programs including the Professional Attire program, First Year Micro-Internship program, and others to be determined in consultation with the Director.

Builds effective and collaborative partnerships with campus offices to ensure program success. Works directly with Alumni Engagement to identify and engage alumni in career programs.

Establishes program metrics and assessment tools; reviews and interprets data to evaluate current services and programs, staff development and training needs, and opportunities for improvement.

Counsels students throughout the full career development life cycle, which may include career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, networking approaches, internship and job search strategies, offers and negotiations, LinkedIn and personal branding, and other related topics

Defines strategy for consistent engagement through the career development lifecycle for students as determined by Director.

Develops relationships with students and student organizations through individual advising, programming, and consultation.

Collaborates with Career Education team to design and deliver workshops, experiences, and other programming focused on relevant career management, industry-specific and functional areas

Engages in continuous professional development in career and workforce development to drive best practices for career development programming and advising to maximize learning and student engagement.

Contributes to the marketing of CCD to increase visibility and brand awareness and to inform the College community about career initiatives. Authors and edits publications and electronic correspondence. Produces and delivers print and online (e.g., website, blogs, and social media) content to promote CCD programs and services.

Assumes additional responsibilities as required.

Associate Director, UG Career Development Program Management & Strategic Initiatives

Occasional evenings and weekends.

Requires work onsite a minimum of 3 days a week; the on-campus requirement is subject to modification based on organizational need and during busier times with visitors on campus.

Critical thinking: Ability to develop and adjust strategy to address the changing needs of the business. Able to lead with a clear, compelling vision.

Consulting/Influencing: Practices constructive inquiry and ability to influence leaders. Experience with stakeholder management, experience working effectively across teams, and with employees of all levels.

Communication: Able to optimally communicate what we are doing and why we are doing it visually and verbally and to guide conversations and credibly present ideas and recommendations at all levels within the organization.

Analytical skills: Able to distill data down to key insights that enable great decision-making.

Project Management: Project management and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to navigate in a fast-paced & performance-oriented environment.

Discernment: Strives to understand how our business works, and grasps complexities and connections among problems or issues, able to prioritize initiatives that will have the greatest impact on success.

Discretion & Confidentiality: Ability to exercise discretion, judgment, tact, and poise in handling highly sensitive and confidential information.

Process management/leveraging technology: Ability to create and refine processes as necessary. Evaluates and recommends new tools and technology as needs evolve.

Connector: Thoughtfully considers how events, challenges, new information and decisions may impact or connect to others. Experience taking initiative and creating vehicles and channels to drive change relevant to the specific audience.

Empathy: Ability to listen and help others feel heard, understanding multiple points of views and being a vehicle for helping others understand and learn other views.

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Babson empowers leaders to create economic and social value. It’s a rewarding workplace, a launch pad to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything needed to achieve your goals, professional development opportunities, outstanding benefits, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.

Babson College is an EEO employer committed to enhancing inclusive excellence across the College. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this value are strongly encouraged to apply.