Pratt Institute | Senior Associate Director, Employer ...

Salary : $75,800.00 - $92,000.00 Annually Location : NY, NY Job Type: Full-Time Staff Job Number: Departments: Division of Student Affairs Divisions: Ctr for Career & Prof Dev Opening Date: 11/21/2024 Closing Date: 12/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern About Pratt Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY). Description The Senior Associate Director specializes in industry relations and career coaching. Manages recruitment strategies to enhance industry relation goals and establishes and maintains pipeline development with Alumni. Oversees professional development strategies for early talent recognition and career transitions for alumni. Assists all students and alumni in developing industry specific skills and strategies to adapt to the changing world of work in creative industries. Oversees employer programming including guest speakers and alumni. The Senior Associate Director acts as a liaison to departments in the School of Design, collaborating with faculty in providing recruitment events, relevant coaching, programming and support. The Senior Director stays abreast of trends and develops a deep understanding of industry recruitment strategies and best practices across all majors. Counsels students and alumni from all majors across the arts, design, information, architecture, liberal arts, nonprofit sector and other areas of expertise as needed. Supervises two Assoc Directors to create and implement a robust employer relations strategy, including setting goals for engagement and impact, measuring across employment outcomes for all majors and schools. Examples of Duties Employer Relations Manage the employer relations team (two associate directors and one coordinator). Develop and assess employer relations strategy. Lead and initiate an Employer Relations Advisory Board. Cultivate new relationships with employers across all industries with the goal of identifying and securing potential jobs and/or internship opportunities for Pratt students. Organize large scale career fairs and information sessions for students and alumni. Partner with alumni to develop employment and mentorship opportunities. Develop creative recruitment programming and skill building with external partners. Coaching Develops students and new professionals to be the new leaders in the career fields of tomorrow through one on one coaching. Assist students explore and evaluate career paths, create a career action plan, and effectively brand and market themselves. Conducts and interprets career development assessments to measure student career interests, values and skills. School Collaboration Act as lead liaison to the School of Design. Develop an annual strategy for engagement. Maintain awareness of curriculum and industry trends. Design discipline specific programming and events based on faculty requests. Collaborate with campus partners in all schools and divisions on workshops and coaching. Perform classroom visits as requested. Assessment Track employer relations program outcomes, student learning outcomes in internships and student employment rates. Compile employer data from Handshake, and create semesterly and annual reports on employer engagement. Assists with department strategic plan implementation and tracking, outcomes, monitoring, and reporting. Qualifications Ability to develop strong partnerships with employers; gather and analyze data to generate reports on high growth, emerging, and critical industries, and occupations. 5 to 8 years' experience working within industry, Human Resources, organizational development, and/or business development. Knowledge and experience working with a variety of audiences and constituencies. Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and work cooperatively in a team-based environment. Knowledge of Labor Market and landscape of the art and design industry. Superior organization skills, excellent customer service and communication skills, and relationship building skills with employer partners, staff, faculty and students. Supplemental Information Please submit: Resume Cover Letter Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions. Medical Dental Vision HSA Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D Company Sponsored Long Term Disability Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care) Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking) Disability (NYS) Voluntary Short Term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance 403B Retirement Plan Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)

Created: 2024-11-25