Career Center Program Manager - 525250

Job no: 525250
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Program Coordination

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)


Department/Organization: 830101 - Career Center Admin


Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm


Job Summary: The Career Center Program Manager provides oversight and planning for the development, implementation, and delivery of program(s), service(s), and/or activity(ies) within the Career Center. Coordinates career development and engagement efforts. Provides oversight for career-related outreach and marketing to students, alumni, and prospective students.


Additional Department Summary: Reports to the Career Center at Culverhouse Director. Provides oversight and planning for the delivery of career services to students, prospective students, and alumni within Culverhouse College of Business. Works alongside administration, faculty, and staff in order to maximize the delivery of services for all business students. Coordinates with Career Center staff, Division of Student Life staff, Culverhouse College of Business and other divisions of the university, external constituents, and vendors. Initiates and provides leadership and training to staff within the Career Center at Culverhouse for outreach and programming efforts. Promotes respectful and participation of individuals and organizations to achieve success, so that appropriate services are provided to all student populations within the Culverhouse College of Business. Stays current on industry trends and develop and implement a marketing and student outreach plan based on the needs of the individual disciplines within the College. Participates in regional and national professional organizations and conferences related to the mission and services of The Career Center. Completes required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace. Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.


Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of career advising or employer relations experience; OR master's degree and some career advising or employer relations experience.


Skills and Knowledge: Ability to problem solve and think critically. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills, including public speaking. Strong organizational skills. Excellent customer service skills. Enhanced knowledge of technology, computers, and standard software programs. Knowledge of Career Theory and Development. Ability to adapt. Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside and outside of UA who can provide information, assistance and support to meet mutual goals and objectives. Ability to perform UA job duties/responsibilities in a way consistent with UA's values and principles. Ability to set an example by consistently modeling high standards of performance, honesty, and truthfulness. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships by listening to the student/customer and understanding and responding to identified needs. Demonstrates commitment to supporting all students.


Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in student personnel, higher education, education, human resources, or related field. Two (2) years in a university setting preferably working in Career Services.


Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.


Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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"EEO is the Law" Poster"
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“EEO is the Law” Poster Supplement"
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"Family and Medical Leave Act" 
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"Employee Polygraph Protection Act" 
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