Syracuse University
Associate Director of Graduate Placement
Syracuse University - Syracuse, New York, us, 13235
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The Associate Director of Graduate Placement connects graduate business students, particularly MBA students in residential and online programs with desirable employment & internship opportunities. Reporting to the Executive Director of Career Services and Employer Relations, this role serves as both a career advisor and job placement specialist, with a strong focus on talent sourcing & employer matchmaking. The position supports a diverse graduate student population, including many int'l and mid-career professionals, & works closely with the Dir of Employer Relations to expand hiring relationships.
A head-hunter mindset is essential to proactively identify roles that align with student goals and to place graduates in reputable organizations that strengthen Whitman's brand. The role also includes supervising a small team of one full-time staff member and one temporary employee. Beyond employer outreach and placement, the Assoc Dir advises online graduate students through one-on-one coaching, resume & LinkedIn support, and targeted career programming. This includes virtual and in-person workshops designed to help mid-career professionals navigate transitions. Ideal candidates will be results-driven, strong communicators, and well-versed in recruitment strategies to deliver meaningful outcomes for students and employer partners.
A head-hunter mindset is essential to proactively identify roles that align with student goals and to place graduates in reputable organizations that strengthen Whitman's brand. The role also includes supervising a small team of one full-time staff member and one temporary employee. Beyond employer outreach and placement, the Assoc Dir advises online graduate students through one-on-one coaching, resume & LinkedIn support, and targeted career programming. This includes virtual and in-person workshops designed to help mid-career professionals navigate transitions. Ideal candidates will be results-driven, strong communicators, and well-versed in recruitment strategies to deliver meaningful outcomes for students and employer partners.