Program Manager, Career Services

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join the Career Services team as a full-time Program Manager. This role is pivotal in advancing the strategic priorities of PLNU by overseeing program management, career advising, marketing, and leadership initiatives within Career Services. 

Salary:
Pay Rate $70,304
Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

Career Services at PLNU is aligned with academic programming, showing a commitment to equity and access for all students. Perspectives from higher education thought leaders like Farouk Dey, Jeremy Podany, Brandon Busteed, Christine Cruzvergara, and Andy Chan are considered seriously. The following organizations provide context for the work of scaling career services - National Association for Colleges & Employers (NACE), San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (Regional EDC), and Handshake.

What We're Looking For:

• Master's or advanced degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Business, Human Resources, or related field.

• 2-3 years of progressive experience in career services, program development, talent development, or employer relations.

• Strategic thinker with a student-centered approach to career services.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Preferred experience in cultivating and maintaining strategic partnerships, managing and developing a team, and utilizing career services management platforms. 

• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant. 

• ​The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU  will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing and managing campus programs that meet the needs of a diverse student population and promote PLNU's mission, values, and strategic priorities.

• Coordinating student engagement activities and fostering partnerships with academic and co-curricular units as well as external stakeholders.

• Delivering career coaching and advising services to undergraduate and graduate students.

• Developing and implementing multifaceted marketing and communication campaigns.

• Providing leadership and mentorship to student workers and aligning departmental goals with university objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management - 40%

• Assist in developing and maintaining campus programs that align with the strategic priorities of the University and meet the needs of a diverse student population.

• Serve as a liaison with academic and co-curricular partners to coordinate and oversee student engagement activities within the classroom and through various campus activities.

• Facilitate collaboration with and maintain oversight of Career Advisors to ensure the seamless integration of career-related initiatives, fostering a holistic approach to student career development.