Associate Director for Employer Relations, Cawley Career Education Center

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

The Associate Director for Employer Relations leads the Cawley Career Education Center in the implementation of the center’s mission and objectives in the areas of internship and full-time employment opportunities, employer relations, student advising, and recruiting-related educational programming for undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni.

Work Interactions

The Associate Director for Employer Relations reports to the Director of the Cawley Career Education Center and provides oversight and supervision for the staff members whose work focuses on student industry advising, employer relations, on-campus recruiting programs, campus-wide career programs, student services and resources, and first floor operations. The Associate Director manages, supports, and guides these staff members in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs as outlined in their position descriptions and the center’s mission. The Associate Director has primary supervisory responsibility for the Industry Advising Team.

• Manager | Pre-Law Advising

• Senior Manager | Industry Advising & Employer Relations: Government, Non-Profit, & Education

• Assistant Director | Industry Advising & Employer Relations: Health, Science & Technology

• Manager | Industry Advising & Employer Relations: Business, Finance, & Consulting

The Associate Director will have primary responsibility for industry advising & employer relations for Arts, Media, and Communication with supplemental assistance from a a student industry ambassador. Additionally, the associate director will work closely with the Associate Director of Operations (new position) to coordinate all employer-related activity that is directly managed by the Manager of Recruiting & Leadership Programs.

The Associate Director supports the educational mission of the university by providing students with a bridge between the academic and professional communities by developing and cultivating relationships with recruiters to provide full-time and internship opportunities that meet students’ needs. The associate director works with faculty, staff, alumni, and other constituents to strengthen the link between Georgetown’s liberal arts education and students’ professional goals. The associate director oversees the development of strong industry advising services to students by providing guidance and direction to staff members who serve as advisors.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Successful candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree

• At least five years of experience in career counseling or equivalent experience/education

• A master’s degree and six or more years of relevant management and supervisory experience in for-profit or non-profit settings are preferred.

• Recruiting experience and work in a university environment are preferred

• Sound judgment, communication, organizational, interpersonal, supervisory, project management, and budgetary skills required

• Experience in data gathering, analysis, and reporting is necessary

• Ability to develop rapport with professional staff, undergraduate and graduate students, employers, alumni, and faculty and the ability to speak persuasively to small and large groups are critical

• Willingness to participate in all aspects of the Cawley Career Education Center and a commitment to educating students within a Student Affairs perspective are essential

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$54,616.00 - $100,493.33

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.