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Director of University Career Services
Georgia State University, founded in 1913, is the Southeast’s leading urban research
Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Director of University
The Director cultivates effective working relationships with the academic colleges,
A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of progressively responsible supervisory
Review of applications will begin on April 11, 2008 and will continue until the position
SJG – The Spelman & Johnson Group
Visit the Georgia State University website at www.gsu.edu
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity education institution and an equal
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Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
institution. With an increasing residential population and enrollment of over 27,000
students in six colleges, Georgia State is the largest institution in Atlanta and the
second largest in the state. Georgia State is well positioned for continued growth.
Located in the Southeast’s governmental, financial, retail, health, and legal center—
downtown Atlanta—Georgia State is a place where teaching, research, and service
are woven together to create a meaningful learning experience.
Career Services serves as a key member of the division management team.
The Director provides strategic and forward-looking management for the daily
operations, fiscal planning, staff development, and delivery of student-centered,
comprehensive career and internship services. Additionally, the Director markets
the University and its students to employers; oversees student learning outcomes
assessment; implements continuous improvement initiatives; launches new programs
designed to meet evolving needs; and creates departmental effectiveness plans.
decentralized career offices, and other student affairs units while also serving as
the primary public representative with employers, alumni, and other external constituents.
The Director manages a budget of $700,000; supervises an organization comprised
of 12 staff members; and actively supports the mission of the University and Student Affairs.
and management experience, or a comparable combination of training and experience,
are required. Preference will be given to candidates with a master’s degree. A thorough
understanding of the career development process and scope of a contemporary full-
spectrum career services office; excellent community building and human relations skills;
demonstrated ability to work well with faculty, administrators, students, and student affairs
staff; commitment to providing quality services; evidence of strong leadership; well-
developed fiscal and budget management skills; and experience in facilitating change are
required. The successful candidate will have a positive track record of significant leadership
within a comprehensive and diverse university.
is filled. Online applications, including a position-specific cover letter and resume, are
being accepted via the SJG website at www.spelmanandjohnson.com under the link Open
Positions. Nominations for this position may be emailed to vbs@spelmanandjohnson.com.
If you are unable to submit materials electronically, please call Valerie Szymkowicz or
Jennifer Hiatt at 413-529-2895.
Georgia State University—Director of University Career Services
Valerie Szymkowicz, Senior Associate
Jennifer N. Hiatt, Search Associate
opportunity/affirmative action employer.
