Director of Career Services, #00028996-UMKC

5100 Rockhill Road, 226 AC
Kansas City, MO 64110
Phone: 816.235.1621 Fax: 816.235.5515
Contact: Human Resources
Job Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Expires: 5/1/2009

Qualifications:
A master's degree in human resources, psychology, business administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge can be acquired is necessary. Four to five years experience in personnel, career planning, counseling or student personnel is necessary. UMKC is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All final candidates will be required to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning employment.

Job Description and Wage Information:
Wage: $59,170 - $79,288/yr. The University of Missouri-Kansas City invites applications and nominations for the Director of Career Services. This position, one of thirteen directors within the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, reports to the Assistant Dean of Students and provides campus leadership for the activities that support student development through campus programming and individual career counseling. Job Responsibilities: The Director will serve on committees related to student affairs and lead divisional special projects as assigned.

The Director of Career Services will direct the financial, operational, and personnel activities of the Career Services Center. The Director will develop and monitor annual operating budget, including special grants and contracts, and prepare proposals for new career services programs. The Director will be responsible for maintaining contacts with area employers, presenting workshops to students and the community on career placement topics, coordinating doctoral internship program, and coordinating with Missouri Extension Services to plan and deliver career services to Missouri residents outside the metropolitan area. UMKC offers competitive salaries, affordable medical and dental plans (no waiting periods), 403(b) savings plan, paid time off, tuition assistance (75% of educational fees paid), and University paid long-term disability and life insurance benefits.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS!
Closing date: May 1, 2009. Please download our application (http://www.umkc.edu/adminfinance/hr/documents/applicationforemployment.doc) and mail application, resume and cover letter to: Kelly, AC #226, 5100 Rockhill Road, KCMO 64110. Emailed/faxed applications cannot be accepted. Walk-in applications are taken M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at 5115 Oak, Room 226.

Hours: 40
Web site: www.umkc.edu