WORK LOCATION: Davenport University

DEPARTMENT: IPEx

POSITION PAY RANGE:  $12.50-13.00 per hour. 

SUMMARY:

The Institute for Professional Excellence (IPEx) is the corporate services division of Davenport University. We offer consulting services for customized business solutions and open enrollment programs for non-degree seeking students. In this position, students will have exposure to some of the world’s largest companies through our training initiatives. Student workers perform tasks and complete projects that are vital to the success of the department and directly impact these clients and other professional learners. We are looking for students that want to be exposed to a fast paced, professional environment where they can learn about sales and training strategies for today's business world. Applicants must be willing to take on projects and complete them with autonomy and have the disposition to participate fully in meetings, brainstorming sessions, and work as a team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Collaborate on client projects such as event planning and corporate training programs
2. Participate and offer recommendations during planning meetings
3. Assist in procuring supplies vital to successful delivery of training sessions
4. Review and proof client proposals, department marketing material, and curriculum
5. Learn and use multiple software programs including Salesforce, Articulate, Canva, Microsoft Suite, and Google Applications
6. Researching new opportunities for outreach and completing other tasks as needed
7. Work with DU internal departments, facilitators, and clients to coordinate logistical details as needed for IPEx custom and open enrollment offerings
8. Provide GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers
9. Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values
10. Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.

Awesome If You Have:

•Must be enrolled at least half time (6 credits undergrad, 3 credits grad) at Davenport University.

•Must be meeting Standards of Academic Progress (SAP).

Extra Awesome If You Have:

•Work study eligible preferred.

•A commitment to advancing our values of diversity, equity and inclusion (this should be included)

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Davenport, we believe that engaging diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to achieving educational and institutional excellence. We invite you to join us as we band together to create an environment of equity and inclusivity that leverages diverse life experiences, ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We respect diversity and are committed to fostering an environment of support, inclusiveness and learning, both in the workplace and throughout the application process. With that in mind, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people of color, people with disabilities, Veterans and the LGBTQ community. We recognize that not all job seekers have all the preferred qualifications listed in the job ad, but we strongly recommend that you apply if you meet most of the criteria.

About Davenport University:

At Davenport University, we know what it takes to be successful. With over 155 years of providing quality education under our belts, thousands of Davenport graduates are making an impact on the world with the knowledge and skills they learned here. Our team of faculty and staff collaborate to make this possible. Joining DU means growing and advancing your own career, while making a lasting impact on our students, colleagues and the communities in which we serve. Would you like to be part of our success? It all starts here!

EEO-Davenport University is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of a person(s) national origin, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, transgender identity, veteran or military status, marital status, height, weight, genetic information, and any other category or classification protected by law.

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