What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Career Development and Engagement position at chapman?
The Director of Career Development and Engagement on the Career Advancement & Success Team at the Argyros College of Business and Economics (ACBE) partners with the team and key stakeholders internally and externally, including staff, faculty, alumni, employer partners among others to deliver a data-inspired strategy for ACBE students’ career and professional development leading to successful first destinations post-graduation and improved employment rates. Reporting into the Assistant Dean of Career Advancement and Student Success, the role may supervise staff and student employees and serves as a leader and manager in ACBE, motivating and inspiring the team to excellent service, responsiveness and accountability.The Director fosters a collaborative culture for student success by crafting forward-looking initiatives and programming to elevate career connection from curriculum to the workplace. By partnering with senior leadership, the Director will develop a thoughtful plan for student career success by placing a balanced lens on outcomes, metrics, and career “fit” by maintaining deep knowledge of the current talent hiring landscape while predicting and preparing for students’ and the team for changes in employer needs.As a highly visible brand ambassador and champion of diversity, equity and inclusion, the Director is a convener of connections and manager of multiple relationships for the advancement of ACBE students’ careers and must have the ability to exercise sound judgement and handle complex, confidential issues with professionalism.
