Assistant Director, Cooperative Education, Mass Maritime Academy

Assistant Director, Cooperative Education Office of Career and Professional Services

Posting: January 2010 Start Date: As soon as possible Position number: FY10-18 Application deadline: Received by Division: Academic Friday, 12 February 2010 Union affiliation: Association of Professional Administrators (APA) Supervision received: Reports to Associate Director of Shore-side Career Services Supervision exercised: Supervises subordinate classified and student personnel in area of expertise. General responsibilities: ” Assist with planning and implementation of the services provided by the Office of Career and Professional Services ” Assist with the planning and implementation of the Cooperative Education Program ” Provide career counseling services to students and alumni seeking co-op opportunities and permanent employment ” Assist with recruiting activities ” Assist with career workshops ” Collect and analyze data from students, alumni, and employers regarding placement ” Develop professional relationships with cadets, faculty, staff, alumni, and industry professionals. Participate in Academy functions such as Open Houses, orientations, registration, commencement, or reviews ” Participate on Career Services Advisory Board and the Facilities Engineering Advisory Council

Qualifications: Qualifications and requirements: ” Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate discipline ” Five years of industry-specific professional experience ” Previous knowledge/experience in higher education and/or career services ” Ability to collect and analyze statistics ” Understanding of career development issues ” Proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Office ” Excellent interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills ” Understanding of the Academy’s mission Preferred qualifications: ” Ability to work in military-like environment ” Familiarity with Massachusetts and New England industry related to facilities and engineering, power distribution, and environmental technology (Membership in appropriate professional societies pertinent to industry would be helpful) ” Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws under Chapter 146 ” Familiarity with Department of Public Safety inspections and stationary engineering licensing policies

Compensation: Salary: $40,000 – $42,000 annually FLSA status: Exempt

Contact Information: To apply, please submit a cover letter, a resume, a MMA application, Affirmative Action form, and the contact information of five (5) professional references. These forms are located on the employment quick link on our website: www.maritime.edu. Application materials may be attached and sent electronically to hr@maritime.edu. Alternatively, you may send your application materials by USPS to: Human Resources, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Finalist must complete a drug screening and background check. MMA is an AA/EEO employer. Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

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