Professional Development Coordinator (70721)

Position Type: Staff (Full-Time)

Description

Position Summary

Walsh University is seeking a passionate and driven Professional Development Coordinator to oversee and implement comprehensive career and professional development guidance and programming through coaching, workshops, events and programs focused on advancing the career success and progression of Walsh University students. More specifically, the Coordinator will work collaboratively with campus stakeholders to maintain a university-wide career culture that engages academic and other campus partners to ensure career development opportunities are engrained early and often in a student’s collegiate career. The Coordinator will serve an integral role within the Office of Alumni & Career Connections. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and collaborative professional who demonstrates initiative, sound judgement, and a strong work ethic. They should bring a positive, solutions-oriented mindset to each interaction, thrive in a team environment, and show genuine enthusiasm for supporting student success. A proven ability to take ownership of projects, build productive partnerships, and approach challenges with creativity and optimism will be key to the success of this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide in-person, individual career and professional development coaching to students including job searches, self-assessment, career research, resume and cover letter review, interview preparation and professional skills development.
• Help build, support and sustain programming: assist in identifying target audiences, interpreting market research, and designing program structures.
• Teach strategies for readying for a career using career platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn and other technological resources showing effective usage on campus and with employers.
• Monitor and track progress of programs against planned outcomes, and innovate to improve programs as necessary including the facilitation of the annual First Destination Survey.
• Analyze program and survey data to identify trends, measure impact, and provide actionable insights to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with alumni career connections team, faculty, internship coordinators, coaches and other key constituents to develop cross-functional programming and provide resources that prepare students for success after graduation.
• Support employer relationships to create personalized approach to industry, career and internship awareness and opportunities.
• Help plan and implement additional programs that serve office and university-wide strategic initiatives.
• Flexible to support classes, programs and career-focused events with occasional evening and weekend availability during the academic year.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

• Three to five years of full-time experience in higher education, alumni relations, volunteer management, marketing, event management, or nonprofit management is preferred
• An understanding and appreciation of the liberal arts as it relates to the world of work
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, both written and oral, as well as high-level sophistication and maturity in social and professional settings
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects; flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with excellent follow-through
• Strong organization skills, with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment; strong analytical and independent decision-making ability is required
• Demonstrated success in planning and implementing special events;
• Entrepreneurial spirit, positive attitude, and energy to implement new strategies and meet ambitious goals
• Able to work nights and weekends and to travel locally and nationally.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• Higher education experience preferred.

Skills and abilities:

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with PC applications such as Microsoft Office and Handshake

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Ability to lift 20-30 lbs. occasionally, stand for long periods of time and work indoor and outdoor events at various times of the year.

Application Instructions

Resume

Cover letter

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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