Job Description

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of background and identity. To apply, please complete the application on the U-M Careers site. A one page cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that is directly related to this position.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced career services professional to work as part of a high-functioning team in the school's Student Center, focusing on graduate student professional services and reporting to the Assistant Director of Career Development. You will excel in preparing the students and graduates for employment opportunities and overall professional services, representing the school and its mission to many audiences and connecting with internal and external constituencies. A successful candidate will have the ability to seamlessly transition between independent work and collaborative team efforts to successfully complete projects and programming tasks.

You will also provide strategic counseling and guidance for SEAS current students and alumni. You will work with Student Center Staff to support the creation of high-quality job placement pipelines and nurture external career related connections. You will support SEAS' Student Center events as needed including admissions and recruitment efforts, new student orientation, and other programs within the community- as such, commitment to the core mission of SEAS is essential.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, working two to three days per week on-site in Ann Arbor, MI after an initial training period, with a particular focus on being present for SEAS community events and scheduled programming for career services.

Flexible work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment.

Who We Are

The School for Environment and Sustainability (https://seas.umich.edu) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. The University of Michigan is a top-ranked public university with excellence in research and teaching. Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, is a town known for arts, culture, parks and restaurants.

SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Responsibilities*

Student Career Support

Professional Development

Employer and Alumni Engagement

Data Management

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Salary will be determined based on experience. 

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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