Operations and Program Coordinator

Furman University

Operations and Program Coordinator

Posting Number: 201722P

Position Type: Administration

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Salary Level:
Pay Type: Salaried

Work Unit: Career Services

Job Description Summary:
The Operations and Program Coordinator will be responsible for providing operational and program support to the Center for Career Engagement’s (CCE) Customized Connections Model of Professional Development that is being implemented in conjunction with The Furman Advantage. The primary objective of this model is improved “academic-career integration” across campus whereby the career development programs of the CCE are seamlessly integrated with academic and administrative departments.

The Operations and Program Coordinator will serve as the first point of contact for all visitors to the Center for Career Engagement and provide operational support for programs, services, and events sponsored by the Center for Career Engagement. The coordinator will hire, train, and supervise up to four student workers who greet visitors, answer the phones, and perform clerical, marketing and data entry duties. The Operations and Program Coordinator will coordinate department assessment initiatives including the First Destinations survey and assist with the production of the Annual Report. In collaboration with the Director and Assistant Directors, they will write, publish, and distribute newsletters and reports to constituent groups. In addition they will provide “first-line” career guidance and deliver presentations to students on basic career-related topics including resumes, cover letters, and job search strategies.

Furman University is committed to educating the whole student, encouraging academic and emotional growth while also providing the practical skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world. At the core of the University is a dynamic engaged learning philosophy that’s grounded in the liberal arts and sciences. Students are taught by top-notch professors whose chief priorities are teaching and guiding undergraduate students—all within a close-knit campus community where ideas and perspectives are valued and encouraged.

The Furman Advantage promises all students an education that delivers value by preparing them for successful, meaningful lives. Guided by a community of mentors and supported by institutes and centers, students chart personalized four-year pathways that are made meaningful through guaranteed engaged learning experiences.

Our institutes and centers ensure there is a connection between the resources of Furman and the communities that we serve and strengthen. The Richard Riley Institute is a nonpartisan public policy think tank that promotes discussion and analysis of issues critical to South Carolina’s future. The David E. Shi Center for Sustainability acts as a research hub and action center where students, educators and community leaders work together to explore sustainability challenges and generate scalable solutions. The Institute for the Advancement of Community Health serves as a convener of programs, educational initiatives, ideas and resources working collectively to bridge the population health gap of the Greenville community and beyond.

The student experience at Furman includes NCAA Division I Athletics, a vibrant student life culture encouraged by a 100 percent residential community, and a campus that is internationally recognized for its beauty.

Founded in 1826, the private university is located in the award-winning city of Greenville, South Carolina. Modern, sophisticated academic buildings are complemented by comprehensive athletics, recreational, and social facilities. Student housing ranges from traditional residence halls to apartments. The 750-acre campus features an Asian garden, a replica of Henry David Thoreau’s cabin, a Florentine bell tower, a spring-fed lake, 13 miles of paved trails through the woodlands for hiking and biking, and an 18-hole golf course.

Furman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff. The University aspires to create a community of people representing a multiplicity of identities including, but not limited to, gender, race, religion, spiritual belief, sexual orientation, geographic origin, socioeconomic background, ideology, world view, and varied abilities.

More information about Furman University

http://www.furman.edu/About/About/Pages/default.aspx

More information about Greenville, SC

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.Experience in a higher education environment, providing direct service to students.Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.High level writing ability.Newsletter publication skills.Event planning skills.Effective presentation skills.Project management and organization skills.Analytical skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualificiations:
Formal experience in a university Career Center.Knowledge of job search strategies and resume/cover letter critique protocols.Website maintenance. Familiarity with web editing software would be helpful.Experience with administering assessments and surveys utilizing tools such as Wufoo, and Qualtrics.Experience with Career Services Management software programs such as Symplicity, CSO, or Handshake.

Physical Demands:
Work Environment:
Work is performed in an office environment.

Close Date: 4/13/2017

Open Until Filled:
Employment Period: 12 Month

Special Instructions to Applicants: The budgeted salary range for this position will be $34,600 – $40,000.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: jobs.furman.edu

Furman University is an equal opportunity employer strongly commited to diversity within its community.

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