The School of Information and Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for the position of Career Services Coordinator.
Position Summary
The Coordinator will counsel students about all aspects of internships and the job search process and will have primary responsibility for identifying opportunities for internships, field experiences, and post-graduate employment. The Coordinator will have primary responsibility for educating the students on issues related to employment and fellowships, will serve as the primary point of contact for employers recruiting SILS students, and will engage in various outreach efforts to market SILS students to potential employers. To achieve these goals, the Coordinator will work with the SILS student services managers and the faculty coordinators of SILS degree programs. S/he will report directly to the Assistant Dean of Administration.
Education Requirements
Required: BS/BA, Strongly preferred: MSIS/MSLS
Qualification & Experience Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, at least two years practical work experience in a library or corporate office. Academic experience is preferred. The Coordinator must possess a positive attitude, initiative, creativity, and must be able to work cooperatively with other members of the SILS staff and the various constituencies of the school. S/he must be flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the student population, the information market and the University Career Services office.
Candidate Instructions
Review of applications will begin November 14, 2011. Applicants may submit a letter of application and CV/Resume at jobs.unc.edu/2501909.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
