In the role of Program Coordinator in the Business Career Programs (BCP) office for the Neff College of Business and Innovation, the main responsibilities include the creation and management of BCP fund raising activities, providing support and guidance to students in their career choices and development. This involves conducting personalized career development sessions to help students identify their interests, skills, and goals. Additionally, the role involves assisting students in creating career-related resources such as resumes, interview preparation, and job search strategies. This position is also responsible for event management and budgeting, which includes planning and coordinating various career development events like job fairs, workshops, and networking events. Collaboration with faculty, staff, employers, and external partners is crucial to enhance program offerings.

Another aspect of the role is coordinating marketing efforts to promote career services, ensuring a consistent message and brand through various channels. Keeping up with employment trends and industry demands is essential, acting as a liaison between students and employers to facilitate connections, internships, and post-graduation employment opportunities. This position will also conduct research and analysis to identify emerging job opportunities and skill requirements and collaborates with stakeholders to develop strategies aligned with these trends. Lastly, analyzing placement data and internship placements is important to measure program effectiveness and make recommendations for program enhancements based on data analysis.

Position Details:

1.Event Management and Fund Raising: In coordination with office staff foster collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, employers, and external partners to enhance program offerings and opportunities for students. Responsible for all aspects of event planning, including creation, administration, and budgeting. Create and direct various fund-raising corporate partnerships related to career development, including job fairs, workshops, and networking events. Ensure that events are well-organized, meet objectives, and adhere to budgetary constraints.

2.Career Development: Conduct one-on-one development sessions to help students identify their interests, skills, and goals. Provide aid and guidance to students regarding career choices and development. Assist in the development of career-related resources, such as resume writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.

3.Employment Trend Strategizing: Act as a liaison between students and employers, facilitating connections, internship opportunities, and recruitment efforts. Stay updated on current employment trends and industry demands. Conduct research and analysis to identify emerging job opportunities and skill requirements. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop strategies that align with employment trends and ensure program effectiveness.

4.Marketing and Promotion Coordination: Develop and implement effective online and collateral marketing strategies to promote BCP fund raising and career events. Coordinate marketing efforts, including website content, videos, and social media campaigns for the office. Collaborate with the University of Toledo marketing department to ensure a consistent message and brand in marketing materials.

5.Placement Data Analysis: Generate and analyze placement data for graduating undergraduates and graduates to identify trends and patterns. Track and report internship placement data to measure the effectiveness of the program. Use data analysis to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for program enhancements.

A Bachelor’s Degree. In addition, the following skills are necessary:

• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with diverse ability, culture, and social and ethnic backgrounds

• Intuitive and thoughtful decision-making skills

• Ability to use social media marketing tools to engage with customers and peers

• Strong organizational skills are imperative; ability to prioritize and to work on multiple projects at once.

• Reliable and dependable

• Proficient in Microsoft office and photo and video editing software, with the ability to learn new software programs with minimal instruction

• Must be detail-oriented

• Flexibility to occasionally work outside of the normal 8:15-5 workday, including Saturday

• Creativity and innovation

• Adaption and flexibility

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,672.00 - $48,382.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person