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The Experiential Learning and Career Success (ELCS) invites applications for a Temporary Career Outreach and Events Manager to work under the direction of the Associate Director of Experiential Learning in a creative and collaborative position. This is a 6-month temporary appointment which provides a great opportunity to gain experience working for the University of Montana. You will be responsible for growing UM’s employer outreach and events programming in support of student career readiness. Duties of the position include strategizing, organizing and facilitating on-campus and virtual recruiting activities and events including employment/experiential learning fairs and on-campus employer visits and interviews. Someone who likes to network and is interested in building and strengthening the UM community through UM-Missoula Businesses Partnerships would be an ideal fit for this position.
This position is also responsible for the growth, management and budget of the Job Location Development Program, a federally funded program that aides currently enrolled students in locating off-campus, part-time, temporary and seasonal job opportunities regardless of financial need; as well as overseeing the platform Handshake. This Career Outreach and Events Manager will also supervise a student worker who will support this position.
Required Skills
- Event planning, marketing, and public relations skills.
- Information system and database management skills.
- Comfort with technology platforms and utilizing data to help inform decisions.
- Very detail oriented and organized.
- Ability to prioritize.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions and take appropriate actions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal relations skills.
- Excellent oral, written, and telephone communications.
- Ability to thrive in a data-intensive environment.
Minimum Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and at least one (1) year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven experience in establishing and growing a new program.
- Ability to work with employers to create and grow job and internship opportunities for UM students.
- Knowledge of how the Job Location and Development program works through Financial Aid.
- Knowledge of University and Federal recruiting/employment regulations.
- Experience with Handshake.
About the Experiential Learning and Career Success (ELCS) and UM
At ELCS, our mission is helping students maximize their education through engaging experiences and intentional planning, preparing them for success today and tomorrow.
The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.
Position Details
Position Title: TemporaryCareer Outreach and Events Manager (Program Mgr.)
Position Number: 920S05
Department: Experiential Learning and Career Success (ELCS)
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year.
Salary: $20.734/hr.
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply
Priority Application Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.
Step 5 "Attachments" in the online application process is where you may upload additional materials. Up to five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
*Please note, only five (5) attachments allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
A complete application Includes:
*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.
**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
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