Assistant Director – Dolan Career Development Center
| Company | Fairfield University |
|---|---|
| Location | Fairfield, CT, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1–2 years of experience in career services, higher education, student affairs, human resources, or a related field
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group career coaching for undergraduate and graduate students on topics such as resume and cover letter writing, job and internship search strategies, interviewing, networking, and LinkedIn.
- Instruct assigned sections of BUSN 1500: Career Readiness Seminar and oversee course scheduling, and assessment efforts.
- Collaborate on tailored support for Accounting and Undeclared business students, serving as a liaison to academic departments and student affinity groups.
- Design, coordinate, and evaluate career programming such as career workshops, networking events, alumni panels, employer site visits, and mock interviews.
- Lead Bank of America-sponsored initiatives, including Money TALKS, Excel Workshop Series, and the Professional Development Series.
- Support operation of Professionals in Residence (PIR) mentors.
- Partner with employers and alumni to increase recruitment, hiring pipelines, and student exposure to professional networks.
- Recruit, train, and supervise career specialists (student staff) who support resume reviews and Dolan on Demand (drop-in hours).
- Provide mentorship and professional development for student workers and support onboarding efforts.
- Track and analyze student engagement across services such as drop-in hours, Career Readiness Seminar completion and outcomes, signature programs and employer events.
- Use data to assess program impact, identify student needs, and inform continuous improvement and strategic planning.
- Contribute to grant reporting and presentations, including the Bank of America Workforce Development Grant.
- Promote career services and events via Constant Contact, Canva, Campus Labs, and LinkedIn.
- Create monthly newsletters to communicate and promote job, internship, and event opportunities.
- Perform such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Business, or a related field
- Teaching, public speaking, or training experience
- Experience using assessment and data tools to inform decision-making