Program Director, Traub Careers In Business And Finance
Amherst College invites applications for the Program Director, Traub Careers in Business and Finance. The Program Director, Traub Careers in Business and Finance is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $94,000 - commensurate with experience.
The Program Director will manage Amherst College's business and finance career community, designing programming and working with alumni, employers, and colleagues to increase internship, job, and experiential learning opportunities available to students. The incumbent will provide career education and job search coaching to liberal arts students interested in pursuing careers in finance, consulting, and other business-related careers.
Summary of Responsibilities
- In conjunction with faculty, administrators, students, alumni, and employers, develop comprehensive programming, resources, and partnerships for students interested in pursuing careers in business and finance
- Build networking opportunities in collaboration with the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement
- Develop and deliver career programs and special events, particularly experiential learning opportunities such as career treks and interterm programs
- Provide leadership and long-range vision for the business and finance career community
- Conduct research on industry and hiring trends, and forecast shifting opportunities or areas of focus for the program based on the external environment
- Build program awareness among all constituents, particularly among first- and second-year students and among faculty at the College
- Maintain a program budget
- Create program materials and promote the community to incoming students and parents
- Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate student intern(s)
Student Preparation
Provide targeted advising sessions and programs to help students explore, prepare for, and begin careersConduct practice interviews, create relevant web and print resources and review application materialsHighlight and promote internship, research, and full-time opportunitiesFacilitate student involvement in professional organizations to enable exploration, networking, skill-development, and interview preparationAssist students in building relevant interpersonal, organizational and technical skillsAssist students in preparing to apply to graduate schoolsExternal and Employer Relations
Build relationships with employers / organizations and graduate programs and through research, outreach and ongoing relationship managementContribute to College efforts to build strong relationships with its network of alumni, faculty and other partners connected to careers in business and financePartner with alumni and local and national employers to develop internships and full-time opportunities for studentsRegularly host evening employer / graduate school information sessionsQualifications
Required :
At least three years of experience in the finance or consulting sectorThree years of career services, recruitment, project management, event management, or other relevant experience.Demonstrated capacity and motivation to work effectively with a diverse student body.Understanding of the business and finance job market and employment trends.Solid relationship-building skills, able to interface with executive-level leaders within a company, alumni, donors, volunteers, faculty, and administratorsStrong organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Ability to travel periodically to engage with employer partners, alumni, and parents.Work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.Proficient in MS Office, and G Suite as well as remote work tools such as Zoom.Successful completion of required reference and background checksPreferred :
Bachelor's degreeFive years related experienceAmherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.