Associate Director, Graduate Students @ Loyola University Chicago
Reporting to the Director of Career Communities, the Associate Director leads a staff who assists advanced degree students as they navigate exploring and validating their career industry of choice as well as preparing and pursuing experiences relevant to their career goals. The Associate Director is an experienced advisor with strong advising skills, possesses an ability to lead individuals and groups of students through careful self-assessment, clarify goals and interests, make informed decisions and connect with peers, employers, alumni, and faculty who share interest in this career field to source the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviors to pursue a career in this industry. The Associate Director must also be an inclusive, positive, team player who takes a holistic approach to student success, encouraging students to be reflective in their learning and to demonstrate social responsibility and a commitment to service. The Associate Director will lead a team of 2 practitioners in coordinating and executing learning and connections for the betterment of students’ career development.