General Information

Position Title: Executive Director
Control Number: 000953
Reports To: 000390
Position Title Department Name
Dean of Student Affairs Dean of Student Affairs Office
Department Name: Career Services Office
Location: Career Services Office
Date Prepared: Jul-96
Exempt: Yes

Primary Purpose

Raises the visibility of Middlebury students and graduates to employers through marketing and networking techniques. Develops and implements strategy for the Career Planning and Placement department in accordance with the mission statement for the department. Provides leadership for the planning, direction and administration of the operational and personnel functions of the department. Cultivates productive relationships with employers, alumni and the campus community.

Responsibilities

Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.

Oversees all facets of departmental planning and administration.


Manages and grows employer relations and on-campus recruitment programs, internship programs and all other placement initiatives.


Develops initiatives that utilize new information and communication technologies.


Coordinates career programs with academic departments, alumni and parent programs and other internal constituencies.


Develops and administers departmental budget.


Approves material/equipment needs for the department.


Determines work assignments, schedules work shifts, authorizes overtime, interviews, hires and trains staff.

Education & Training

Master's degree required, with a BA from a liberal arts institution preferred.

Experience

3-5 years of experience in career planning, placement or personnel management strongly desired. Marketing, public relations and business background encouraged.

Knowledge

Familiarity with career fields of interest to liberal arts students.

Other

Must handle confidential information in a discreet manner.