Wright State University-Lake Campus - Newark, OH
posted 4 months ago
Wright State University is seeking an Associate Director of Career Advising Operations & Data Management to enhance the career and professional development needs of all students and alumni. This position is situated within the Division of Enrollment Management and reports directly to the Director of Career Education & Success. The Associate Director will play a pivotal role in supervising and leading the advising team, managing First Destination survey data, serving as the Handshake representative for student and alumni features, and overseeing the marketing and communications of career development data and activities. Additionally, the Associate Director will provide support for the Choose Ohio First grant, ensuring that the career center meets its mission effectively. In this leadership role, the Associate Director will be responsible for guiding the advising team, assisting Career Consultants in program design and management, career advising techniques, and targeted marketing to specific student groups. The position requires collaboration with Deans, academic departments, faculty, and other stakeholders to coordinate essential services that support students' personal, career, and professional preparation needs. The Associate Director will also assist the Director in expanding the department's efforts to identify and measure the outcomes of programs and services, particularly focusing on the First Destination Survey. The Associate Director will be expected to provide innovative leadership to the daily operations of the Career Center, supervise staff, develop strategic plans to improve team efficiency, and communicate the status of office operations to key stakeholders. They will also analyze career outcomes data, collaborate with Institutional Research on the First Destination Survey, and work with Marketing & Communications to effectively share student and alumni career development stories. Furthermore, the Associate Director will manage tools and technologies to streamline workflow and support the Choose Ohio First grant, ensuring that the Career Center operates smoothly and effectively.