Human Resources

About the Role: 

Are you a natural coach who enjoys working with undergraduate students?  Do you have experience in business, with an interest in technology or statistics/data science, and would you like to share your passion for these fields with others?  Would you enjoy helping students explore their interests and find a meaningful academic and vocational path? As the Assistant Director, you will engage and educate students through conversations about their future, and develop plans to help students explore and succeed in careers in business: specifically, first years and sophomores interested in sales and marketing, consulting, HR, finance/banking, and management, as well as students from all class years interested in business with overlapping interests in data sciences/statistics, technical areas and computer science. You will to conduct employer outreach, contribute to programming, and lead discernment and skill-building workshops that focus on preparing students for the workplace, internship and job fairs, and employer and on-campus recruiting events. If you are motivated to work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and dynamic environment, the role of Assistant Director of Career Development and Coaching, Business in The Piper Center for Vocation and Career may be the right fit for you!

What You’ll Do: 

• Counsel first year and sophomore students interested in business careers; 
• Collaborate with other Piper Center staff to coach and provide programming to support business students with overlapping interests in data science/statistics, technical areas and computer science
• Help students create strong application materials, network effectively, and prepare for interviews.
• Organize and facilitate industry specific workshops, events and programs; assist with campus recruiting events, fairs, and facilitate connections between students and key employers, alumni and parents in your industry areas
• Capitalize on knowledge of sectors, industries, specific companies, graduate programs, and professional/personal networks.

Who You Are:

The qualified candidate will have…

Education: Bachelor’s degree; maintain a valid driver’s license and meet St. Olaf College driver authorization criteria with a satisfactory driving record.

Experience:   3+ years of experience in business/corporate environments with a background in program management, business development, training, executive coaching, recruitment, university relations, talent acquisition, or human resources; experience coaching or counselling clients or customers

It will be helpful if you have…

Education:  Master’s degree in business, higher education, counseling, or a related field

Experience:   Higher education experience in career development or experience coaching clients or customers; experience working with undergraduate students; experience serving diverse communities, familiarity with career development/counseling theories and methods; specialized knowledge of business/corporate field; experience in statistics/data science, computer science, or another technical area

Who you are…

You work collaboratively with a diverse range of people and are able to establish and maintain an environment of trust and respect.  You are skilled at making meaningful, sustained connections with college students, and can envision, advance, and implement innovative programs and services.  You enjoy building and sustaining relationships with internal and external partners. You have knowledge of career development—helping students discern their interests and set goals, as well as expertise in the tactical elements of the internship/job search, including writing resumes and cover letters and assisting with the application process.

Who We Are:

At St. Olaf College we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and globally engaged community. We believe in fostering different identities, beliefs, and traditions because our differences make us stronger. St. Olaf strives to promote cultural diversity and multicultural understanding and create a campus where individuals of all backgrounds feel accepted and supported. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the enrichment of our diverse community. 

One of the nation's leading liberal arts colleges, St. Olaf serves 3,000 students, ranks #1 among U.S. colleges for the number of students studying abroad, and celebrates carbon-free electrical power.  Its mission is to challenge students to excel in the liberal arts, examine faith and values, and explore meaningful vocation in an inclusive, globally engaged community nourished by Lutheran tradition.  The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, restored, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of the Twin Cities.

A summary of the benefits program:  https://wp.stolaf.edu/hr/benefits/

A virtual campus tour:  https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/play/?p=483

An overview of Northfield:  https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/northfield/

An overview of the Twin Cities:  https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/twincities/