Associate Director, Integrated Sciences
Claremont McKenna College

Job Info

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Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Statement                                    In addition to its commitment to a harassment-free educational and working environment, the College is an equal employment opportunity employer. The College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable state and federal laws on the matter. The College does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition or medical leave, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. The College also prohibits the harassment of any employee on any of these bases.Location:Claremont, CAJob Posting Title:Associate Director, Integrated SciencesJob Details and Requirement:

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Associate Director is charged with building employer relationships, developing programming and coaching students in Integrated Sciences. Integrated Sciences is a new academic program rooted in CMC's foundational liberal arts and leadership mission, and unique in its approach to organizing science education around global societal and scientific challenges. The program consists of three areas of focus: (i) human health (genomics, systems biology, and health); (ii) the brain (brain, learning, and decision); and (iii) the planet (climate, energy, and the environment).

Core elements of the new Associate Director role include developing and maintaining relationships with external and on-campus constituencies, particularly employers, alumni and parents excited to work with our talented students, developing internship and full-time recruitment pipelines, and closely partnering with faculty and academic advisement in the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences. This role reports to the Director of Student Opportunities at the Soll Center for Student Opportunity.

Charged with seeing the campus through the eyes of the student, the Soll Center for Student Opportunity assists students in exploring, cultivating and translating their skills, interests and talents into real-world opportunities. Partnering with the multiple constituencies that advise, mentor and guide our students, including faculty, staff, alumni and parents, the Center aims to empower students to formulate individual goals and strategies for achieving them through the use of resources, thoughtful exploration and early engagement in personal and professional development.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, enhance and manage recruiting relationships with full-time and internship employers (including alumni, parents, trustees, and professional recruiters) in those fields that will best employ the skills and competencies of the program. These include biotech companies, environmental consulting firms, national laboratories, federal agencies, NGOs, and many others. Partner with faculty to create multiple pipelines of research and internship opportunities (50%).
• Conceptualize, implement, conduct, and evaluate recruitment programs and events, including networking treks, panel discussions, and health related meet-ups for students and alumni in key areas related to their personal and professional development (30%).
• In partnership with the pre-health Advisor, coach all science students in small groups and one-on-one, supporting them in their exploration, personal and professional development, and helping them focus on pre- and post-graduation plans and activities that will enhance career-related knowledge, skills and abilities (20%).
• Other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will also be able to perform the following essential functions:

• Regular attendance.
• Take and follow directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Receive and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Balance multiple tasks and priorities
• Performs other essential duties and tasks specific to the position.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS & SKILLS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE: Five or more years of proven work experience with increasing responsibility in recruiting, career services, and/or external relations. Experience in the sciences is highly desirable.

LICENSES: A valid driver's license or equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-site meetings and events is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Individual must possess knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

The position requires:

• A passion and excitement for issues related to human health, the brain, and/or the planet.
• Professional skills in career coaching methods and employer relations that are effective at a highly selective, liberal arts institution that can be used to meet the needs of a diverse and highly motivated student population.
• Excellent oral and written skills. Effective, accurate and clear communication with excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Customer service orientation, respecting the abilities and accomplishments of elite liberal arts students, while retaining the ability to guide where necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and constituents including students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, graduate schools and employers.
• Computer proficiency with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint) and career development software (such as Handshake). Demonstrate understanding of the use of technology/devices/equipment in assessing and improving career services systems and processes to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.
• Prioritize and perform multiple projects/tasks, meet deadlines/timelines, respond to others in a timely manner, and work both independently and as a collaborative member of the College with a high standard of integrity and ethics, in support of the College's strategic vision and the department's annual goals.
• Use exceptional organizational and time management skills to complete work with accuracy and a keen attention to detail.
• Some working knowledge with the natural sciences and their applications is highly desirable.

OTHER:

REQUIRED HOURS: The regular hours for this full time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Holiday, weekend and evening work hours will be required. Travel will be required. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or department. This is a 12-month position.

CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS:

This is an exempt, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

IPEDS Category Job Code: 21-0000 Community and Social Service Occupations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary (up to 10 lbs.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: May supervise student employees.

SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range is $80,000 - $85,000 per year. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

GROOMING AND APPEARANCE: The Claremont Colleges seek to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. A uniform is required for certain events and will be provided.

BACKGROUND CHECK: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full consumer background check. Certain positions will require the successful completion of a post-offer physical agility test. Employment is contingent on the satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with requirements cited in this job description.

ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of this position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop over time, accordingly the College reviews this job description on a periodic basis and make changes of business necessity.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT: Employment with the College is "at-will" meaning that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including, but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement express or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship.

Claremont McKenna College hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.  Inquiries may be directed to the Director for Human Resources, 528 N. Mills Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-4015, (909) 621-8490.  All applicants must complete and submit an online application to be considered for an open position.

Employment is contingent upon new employee providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States, applicant's acceptability for positions requiring use of a college vehicle is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the College's automobile liability insurance. Promotion from within is encouraged whenever qualified employees of Claremont McKenna College are available. Interested employees of the College are urged to contact the Office of Human Resources if qualified for any open position. Please do not contact departments directly.Disability Accommodations                                                                                    In compliance with applicable laws ensuring equal opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, CMC will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual (applicant or employee) with a disability if the disability affects the performance of essential job functions, unless the accommodation results in an undue hardship for the College. Employment decisions are based on the merit and not an individual's disability.               An applicant or employee who requires an accommodation should contact the immediate supervisor and the Human Resources Office. If multiple accommodations are identified that do not pose an undue hardship for the College, the selection of an accommodation will be at CMC's discretion. To request disability accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu for assistance.

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