Program Manager, Career Partnerships

March 2

QuestBridge

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Description

• Lead programming, planning, and project management of QuestBridge career development programs involving employers, including, but not limited to, career fairs, employer information sessions, networking, and more. • Create and distribute resources relevant to Scholars on various topics including but not limited to interview skills and preparation, resume and cover letter tips, networking, negotiation, relocation, and more. • Research and stay informed in national, state and local hiring practices, employment trends and other labor related issues. • Plan, travel to, and execute small and large-scale meetings, events, and initiatives, both virtually and in-person. • Create and manage budgets for specific programs and events, approving and monitoring expenses. • Draft marketing and outreach plans with specific messaging, collaborating closely with the Communications team. • Become an expert in the team’s project management tools, and adept at creating efficient, streamlined systems to optimize workflows. • Collaborate with data and systems related teams on program analysis and systems development. • Gather and review feedback from various sources, and use tracking and analytics to measure the impact of efforts. • Support Scholar-wide survey projects aimed at better understanding the Scholar and Alumni experience and addressing their needs. • Travel domestically 4+ times per year for internal and external organizational events. • Support other organizational projects, tasks, and goals as needed and as assigned. • With all other QuestBridge staff, annually read and evaluate student applications for National College Match, College Prep Scholars Program, and other opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years relevant professional experience including work that supports high-achieving students (or alumni) from first-generation and/or low-income backgrounds. • Experience with college recruiting from higher education (career services) or a business perspective (corporate/industry). • Familiar with recruiting, career services, career development, and student development. • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships and communicate effectively in writing and verbally. • Track record of success in setting priorities, establishing operational processes, and executing on plans with measurable outcomes. • Adeptness with CRM systems, technology, and data, with the ability to evaluate and advance current operations. • Passion for issues in higher education access and student/alumni career development, particularly for first-generation and/or low-income students. • Demonstrated commitment to inclusiveness and diversity. • Heightened sensitivity to students from diverse backgrounds and a strong track record of handling sensitive personal information and situations.

Benefits

• QuestBridge strives to provide the best possible benefits for our team members. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous PTO, holidays, and annual end-of-year office closure; 401k; paid parental leave; remote work stipends; flexible work hours; and many more.