Wilkes University invites applications for a Director of Professional Development and External Engagement in the Sidhu School of Business and Leadership. This full-time, 12-month position leads initiatives that strengthen students' career readiness, leadership development, and connections with employers, alumni, and the business community.
The Director oversees the Personal and Professional Development (PPD) program, including curriculum development, instructional quality, assessment, and continuous improvement, and teaches up to six credits of PPD courses per semester. The position also provides individual career guidance to seniors and develops innovative programs and events that connect students with industry leaders and professional opportunities.
A central responsibility is cultivating corporate and community partnerships that support internships, employment opportunities, financial support, and meaningful student engagement. The Director coordinates the College of Business and Engineering Dean's Executive Advisory Board and Student Advisory Board programs, collaborates with campus partners, tracks graduate and alumni employment outcomes, and contributes to strategic planning and AACSB accreditation efforts.
A master's degree in business administration or a related field is required. Candidates should bring experience in curriculum development, professional development programming, program assessment, and strategic partnership building, along with knowledge of workforce trends, employer recruitment practices, and experiential education. Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, analytical, and fiscal planning skills are essential. Understanding of business school accreditation processes, preferably AACSB, and the ability to lead collaborative, data-informed initiatives are also highly preferred.
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