Executive Director, F. David Fowler Career Center

Company: The George Washington University
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Executive Director, F. David Fowler Career CenterEmployer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.Job Overview:The George Washington University's School of Business (GWSB) is searching for an Executive Director of the F. David Fowler Career Center. This position provides strategic vision and leadership for comprehensive career services for all GWSB undergraduate and graduate students and alumni. The Executive Director will report to the Dean of GWSB and represent the business school on GW's university-wide Career Services Council (CSC).Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a process to continuously improve, innovate, and develop effective programs and services that map to the changing economy, shifting career interests of students/alumni, and competency requirements of employers.
• Work with the Executive Director of Marketing & PR to develop a Career Center brand that positions FDFCC as a leader in the area of talent development and acquisition.
• Develop and offer programs and services to strengthen international student acculturation, communication skills, and acclimation to job search in the USA.
• Engage with employers in Greater Washington to develop and maintain strong relationships to expand internship and employment opportunities for students and alumni.
• Monitor and evaluate the effective use of new social media portals.
• Work closely with the Finance Department to maximize efficient use of funds and to develop and manage a meaningful departmental budget.
• Manage a diverse team of coaches and employer relations professionals.Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 8 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Preferred Qualifications:
  • Eight years of leadership experience in business school career services or related corporate environments.
  • Knowledge of and interest in the latest related technology, including social networking platforms, as part of the job search.
  • Knowledge of the employment and hiring practices of the global business sector.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population of University and external stakeholders.
  • An entrepreneurial orientation with a proven track record of innovating and delivering results through a high-performing team.GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being, and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit .Job Details:Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department: School of Business (SB)Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeHours Per Week: 40Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm, Occasional nights and weekendsWill this job require the employee to work on site? YesEmployee Onsite Status: HybridTelework: YesRequired Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search.Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.Internal Applicants Only? NoPosting Number: S013311Job Open Date: 10/21/2024Job Close Date: 10/31/2024If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    • * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
      • No
      • Yes
      • * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
        • Yes, IEP complete
        • No, still in IEP
        • N/a - not a current GW employee
        • * What is your expected salary range?(Open Ended Question)Documents needed to ApplyRequired Documents:
          • Resume
          • Cover LetterOptional Documents:Human Resource Management & Development2013 H Street, NW, 3rd FloorWashington, DC 20006
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