XXX C o m m u n i t y C o l l e g e
Application for Promotion
Academic Year 2005 - 2006
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Associate Director of Career Services
A. PERFORMANCE OF DUTIES OUTLINED IN JOB DESCRIPTION
1. In general, how have I demonstrated growth and competence in the performance of
the specific duties outlined in my job description?
In the past three years, I have demonstrated consistent growth and competence in
several areas. The environment in which I work fosters autonomy and self-discipline
and offers enormous opportunity for constant learning and professional development.
In this environment, I have particularly cultivated my organizational and project
management skills, as proven through the successful coordination of Career Services
sponsored job fairs, activities and events designed to connect employers with
prospective employees (and vice versa), as well as through the effective maintenance
of the College’s on-line job listing and referral services. In addition, I have fine-tuned
my interpersonal communication and leadership skills by 1) successfully interacting with
and counseling students, alumni and community members, 2) designing/conducting
job search skills training seminars in both workshop and academic settings, and 3)
establishing productive and collaborative relationships with faculty and staff.
Moreover, by exercising proper judgment and decision-making during significant times
it has further illustrated my ability to perform my job responsibilities at the highest levels
of commitment, comfort, and competency.
2. The following is a list of accomplishments, special projects and/or unusual work
undertaken in my primary area of responsibility:
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Develop and cultivate successful and on-going business relationships with
employers. Plan and coordinate annual recruiting events (A.2.a) such as the Parttime Job Fair, Community Service Fair and Summer Job Fair.
Compile and create a Directory of Participating Employers for each job fair, to be
distributed to students and community members throughout the year (A.2.b).
Design and distribute Career Services “Events & Resources” booklet (A.2.c) for job
seekers, and “Faculty Handbook” (A.2.d) for Faculty and Staff, each intended to
inform their respective target audiences of the scheduled events, resources and
services offered through our office.
Create and distribute annual Employer Newsletter (A.2.e.), highlighting upcoming
events and resources.
Work closely with XXX Facilities Scheduler to coordinate On-Campus Recruiting
tables for employers, helping them to publicize current positions openings.
Conduct Job Search Skills related workshops (A.2.f.) on a weekly basis and in
classrooms as requested by XXX Faculty and xxxxxxx.
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Created and compiled information packets on Overall Job Search Strategies
(A.2.g.), Best Interviewing Practices (A.2.h.), and Effective Resume Writing (A.2.i.)
using resources from career and job search related websites and reference books
in the Career Services library. These packets are used as supplemental material
during the Job Search Skills workshop series and throughout the year.
Inform employers/recruiters about and encourage use of the XXX On-line Job Listing
Service (A.2.j.), which replaced existing voice-mail operated Job Line. (Maintained
Job-Line until it was phased out in 2002.)
Collaborate with XXX Faculty and Program Coordinators to organize/run Alumni
Career Panels (A.2.k.), informative events that relate to specific academic majors.
Work closely with the designated Student Affairs Webpage Administrator to update
the Career Services webpage and regularly provide revised and formatted material.
Worked with Web Master to design format & layout of and successfully implement
the first ever on-line registration form for XXX annual Job Fair held in March 2003.
Serve as Voluntary Action Office Coordinator, developing productive relationships
with local Community-based organizations to assist them in recruiting volunteers.
Maintain designated Career Services and Voluntary Action bulletin boards,
announcing current positions openings and upcoming recruitment events.
Hire, train, supervise and evaluate work-study, discretionary and GPA interns.
3. What activities have I undertaken to maintain contact with my field or otherwise
develop professionally?
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND STATEWIDE COMMITTEES
 Serve as member of CT Career Services Council. Attend monthly meetings at
various CT Community Colleges to discuss current issues and concerns in Career
Services. Assist with development of Corporate Sponsorship Policy Proposal
concerning CCN and statewide Job Board.
 Serve as member of a statewide planning committee coordinated by the CT
Department of Labor, and assist with the annual CT Learns & Works Conference
designed for counselors, educators, job developers, business persons, and
employment and training professionals. (A.3.a.)
 Serve as a member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers, Inc.
(NACE), and occasionally participate in the Professional Exchange Program of the
Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers, Inc. (EACE), in order to visit local
and regional employers and learn about recruitment practices, employment
opportunities, and career paths of their employees.
 Serve as a member or the New England Association for Cooperative Education and
Field Experience (NEACEFE), attending occasional meetings to keep up to date on
co-op and internship opportunities.
 Served as member of CT Distance Learning Consortium Committee to help
promote Career Planning component of FIPSE funded “E-Portfolio” initiative (2003 2004). Attended scheduled meetings representing XXX. Formed objectives with
XXX sub-group to work on 3-year pilot plan. Evaluated pilot program and provided
suggestions that were used at June 2004 Distance Learning Conference.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
 Served as Chair (2005) and Co-Chair (2003-2004) of the annual Student Affairs
Division Retreat. Developed themes, planned activities, secured guest speakers,
and coordinated logistics for this annual Professional Development Day. (A.3.b.)
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Attend annual CT Learns & Works Conference designed for counselors, educators,
job developers, business persons, and employment and training professionals.
Attended 2 half-day Instructional Technology seminars in January 2003. (One on
PowerPoint and Graphics, and one on Importing Graphs from Excel to PowerPoint).
Received additional training to enhance career counseling ability by completing a
day-long training seminar on how to more effectively utilize the features of career
counseling software package, E-Choices. (September 2005)
B. OTHER ASSIGNMENTS
1. College committees on which I have served and a brief description of the work
involved.
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Served on College Governance Committees: College Senate (2002-2004), Media
Services (2002-2004), Cultural Programs (2003) Participation in these involved
attending regularly scheduled meetings in order to expand my knowledge base
and further understand and appreciate their role in the mission of the college.
Members typically contribute by analyzing and evaluating information, and often
vote on campus wide issues and concerns as well as for proposed activities and/or
resources.
Elected to serve on the Tenure CCP Contract Committee (2005-2006). Duties
include reviewing Tenure Applications and working as a group to decide whether
or not to recommend applicants for Tenure.
Participate as member of the XXX New Student Orientation Planning Committee.
Meet throughout year to discuss fall and spring schedule of events, proposals of
new ideas for activities and format of program. Implemented and coordinated
new Welcome Table concept.
Served on Legislative Liaison Committee during state budget crisis (2002). Wrote
letter to State Legislators requesting support of the CT Community Colleges. (B.1.a.)
Served as assistant to Graduation Ceremonies Committee Coordinator
(XXXXXX/XXXXX, Assistants to the Dean of Student Affairs) during Graduation (2002 2003). Oversaw set-up, supervised assignment detail of student workers and
handled logistics at band shell location.
Served on search advisory committees for Director of Child Development Center in
2003. Reviewed over 75 resumes and collaborated with search committee
members to narrow down list of applicants to ten, based on their qualifications.
Made final recommendations to President XXXXX.
2. Indicate any other college service, not covered above, which I believe should be
considered by those reviewing this application
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Serve as primary Administrator for the CT Community College Consortium Job
Board (statewide version of the On-line Job Listing Service.) Approve employers
and provide password and instructions on how to post position openings.
Wrote and received approval for two Perkins Grant requests; one in 2004 for
“Instructional Supplies” (purchase of texts, videos and related materials for career
library), and one in 2005 for “Career Resources Promotion and Marketing
Enhancement” (purchase of Adobe Creative Suite and to cover cost of training).
(B.2.a)
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Hold a part-time faculty position with the College. To date, I have taught 24 credit
hours of Communications 213: Effective Speaking and 9 credits of Cooperative
Education: Work Experience (B.2.b.).
Volunteer during academic advising weeks to assist the Counseling Center with
advising of new and returning students. Completed required training in fall 2004.
Presented at College Work-Study Training Sessions, coordinated by XXX Financial
Aid, informing work-study students of the services provided by XXX Career Services
and of the resources available to each of them as they approach graduation.
Represent XXX at College Fairs. Speak with prospective students about college
offered programs, application and registration procedures.
SUMMARY
As Associate Director of Career Services at XXX Community College, I have challenged
myself each day to improve the quality of services I am capable of providing. Throughout
every semester, I have demonstrated enthusiasm, dedication and perseverance, while
consistently assessing and reevaluating my professional progress and development. My
solid educational background, including a Master’s degree in Counseling with a
concentration in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education, and the supportive
network of Student Affairs professionals I am surrounded with, have served as a
strengthening force to my skill set. In addition, the many counseling theories and
techniques I have been able to apply to every day situations have only reaffirmed my
commitment to the Career Services profession.
Moreover, the opportunities that I have had to speak to both small and large groups on
job search related topics and public speaking techniques has made an enormous impact
on my confidence level, and ease in conveying and articulating ideas. These strengths
are clearly evident in individual counseling sessions with job seekers and students, and
have generated an even stronger sense of both personal and professional competence.
I have further demonstrated my willingness to accept new and challenging responsibilities
by developing new and innovative marketing strategies to promote XXX Career Services
and our activities and resources. I have consistently worked closely with XXX Faculty and
Professional Staff, as well as with local businesses, establishing successful collaborations
that have contributed positively to the mission of XXX Community College.
I look forward to many more educational and rewarding experiences serving our everchanging student population and plan to approach each new situation with the same
level of commitment and energy I have shown to date. Thank you for your consideration.
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