Annuities Director (New Business) jobs in Vermont

Job Summary:

The Cooperative Education Director will partner with GSB Stakeholders (Alums, BOA, Donors) to develop and implement short- and long-term strategies and programming goals that will ensure Grossman School of Business (GSB) students have broad exposure to potential co-op opportunities, both within and outside of Vermont. Develop (in partnership with the Career Center and other GSB stakeholders), oversee, and provide leadership to the network of external partners. Serve as employer liaison for undergraduate students participating in co-op programs, leading the creation and implementation of initiatives designed to provide integrated academic and nonacademic opportunities, enrichment, and professional development. Collaborate with the Center for Student Success and GSB Leadership team on strategic initiatives related to co-op program strategy and development. Evaluate outcomes and facilitate changes to enhance co-op opportunities and ensure consistency of goals and objectives in compliance with University standards. Provide supervision to all Co-Op staff members.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Master’s degree in a related or specialized field and two to four years' related experience required. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships across organizations. Requires proficiency in database and word-processing applications to include editing and proofreading. Effective organizational, communication, team collaboration, and interpersonal skills with attention to detail required. Supervisory experience required. Demonstrated multicultural competence and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

Program development and management experience. Experience working in a Co-Op setting within higher education.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

About UVM

Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to move humankind forward. Today, UVM is a Public Ivy and top-100 research university of a perfect size - large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet small enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study, from bachelor’s to M.D. and Ph.D. programs. It distinguishes itself from other universities not only through the quality and rigor of its programs but through its commitment to a thriving future for people and planet - where discovery, creativity, community, and action coalesce to secure a healthier, greener tomorrow. Here, students’ educational experience and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and self-reliant spirit of Vermont. UVM gives students endless ways to explore the world, challenge ideas, and dig in on the most pressing social, environmental, and economic issues of our time.

About Burlington

The University is in Burlington, Vermont, and enjoys a panoramic setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondack Mountains of New York. Our idyllic small college town perennially appears on national rankings that laud its livability, access to nature and outdoor recreation (including the best boating and skiing in the northeast), thriving food and music scene, rising identity as a technology and innovation hub, and its status as a top college town. Burlington’s nickname, BTV, comes from the code for its international airport, just 10 minutes from campus. With Montreal a 90-minute and Boston a 3.5-hour drive away, international and metropolitan culture are easily accessible for weekend adventures.

Working at UVM

This exceptional institution in an unparalleled location attracts top minds and talented professionals. At UVM, you will join colleagues committed to excellence in their field, diversity and inclusion, ethical conduct, and working together to advance the University of Vermont’s mission to create and share knowledge and educate accountable leaders for humankind.

To Apply

For further information on this posting, or to apply with electronic application, resume, cover letter, and a list of references with contact information, follow this link: https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/73557.  Tel: 802.656.3150. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.