Manager, Student Services

• The chance to impact the lives of hundreds of students each year.
• A supportive and collaborative office culture. Our office norms are based on positive team culture, proactive student outreach, empowered outcomes, growth mindsets, and intentional communication.
• 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions
• Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
• Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah Health System
• Tuition reduction for employees and family members
• Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available
• Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)

• Proactively manage, outreach, follow up, and interact with a specialized caseload of students.
• Coach students in the discovery and decision-making process of selecting a career. Guides students through self-assessments, identifies available resources, and assists students with career research.
• Assists students with preparing resumes, practicing for interviews, and searching for jobs.
• Develops and presents multiple training workshops to prepare students on employment and job search aspects.
• Utilizes department platforms such as Excel, Qualtrics, Acuity, and Handshake.
• Maintains accurate data and produces statistical reports on job placement, salaries, recruitment activities, and other information with strong detail and organizational skills.
• Team player that facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
• Four to six years of professional work experience. A master’s degree in a related area may be preferred, based on student caseload assignment.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

• Master’s degree
• 3+ years of mentoring, occupational, or career counseling experience
• Ability to resolve complex issues individually and through teamwork
• Curious and flexible with an excellent work ethic
• Knowledge and exposure to CRMs like Salesforce, comfortable with technology, and quick to learn new tools.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.