Campus Director of Career Services

Good Faith Pay Range: In accordance with Virginia law, the good-faith pay range for this position is $55,640-$73,320 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, skills, and other legitimate business factors. 

Position Summary:

The Campus Director of Career Services is responsible for planning, developing, and administering career planning and career development programs for ECPI University students and graduates. The Campus Director of Career Services will oversee and manage the career services department to ensure the campus achieves its departmental goals and adheres to professional standards and University policies in all aspects of student career success and academic partnerships.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and motivate Career Services Advisors, provide professional development opportunities, and conduct annual performance evaluations. 


•  Develop and maintain relationships with employers through frequent communication and networking.


• Solicit and follow up on job orders from employers.


• Advise students and graduates regarding professional development and career success strategies.


• Oversee job postings, registrations, and applications on the career management platform


• Follow-up weekly with non-placed graduates and assist where needed.


• Research industry and employer trends.


• Coordinate visitors and guest speakers.


• Organize and oversee Career Fairs on campus and virtually.


• Maintain database of employer contacts and employment information of students.


• Maintain and submit Graduate Success reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.


• Assist in the planning and coordination of Advisory Boards and Alumni Events.


• Market events and announcements through social media, email, and career management platform.


• Maintain and audit graduate outcome files for accuracy and completion.


• Assist in graduation and open house events outside regular working hours


• Contribute to decision-making, institutional effectiveness and strategic planning at the campus.


• Engage in workforce development and networking events in the community, representing ECPI University Career Services, and building partnerships throughout the area.


• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.


• 2-3 years of related experience- recruiting, staffing, business to business sales, or career coaching and at least one year experience in a supervisory role.


• Completion of CPRW and CHEP certification (or within the first 120 days of employment).


• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Skills/Abilities:

• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and responsive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments


• Strong communication skills with excellent customer service, follow-up, and follow-through capabilities


• Highly organized and analytical, able to multi-task independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders


• Skilled at relationship-building, fostering trust and rapport to help others achieve their goals


• Quick to learn new computer applications and adept at adapting to new technology


• Conducts work ethically, aligned with university policies, employment law, and accreditation standards

Working Conditions:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to professionally communicate in person, over the telephone, and through email; move about the school and offices; handle various types of media and equipment; and visually observe and assess. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.