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Hollister 220
Babson Park, MA 02457
781-239-4215 (phone)
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undergradccd@babson.edu
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This Web site provides job listings for positions in K-12, colleges, and universities in Maine. | http://www.maine.info/jobs10.html | | ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT CCD | | International Jobs Directory: 1001 Employers & Great Tips for Success | | SAMPLE JOB TITLES | SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION | | Alumni Relations Officer | Develops alumni interest and support of the university/college. Assists in creating and broadening alumni programs and in planning reunion events. May oversee a group of volunteers/support staff. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to Alumni Affairs Director. (www.salary.com) | | Associate Bursar | Assists in overseeing the overall operations of student financial services, billing and receivables, and cashiering functions of the university/college. Ensures compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and standard accounting procedures. May require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. Typically reports to the Bursar. (www.salary.com) | | Corporate Relations Director | Responsible for the development of funding from corporations, foundations, and other grant sources. Identifies and solicits potential donors; oversees grant proposals. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. (www.salary.com) | | Career Counselor | Responsible for assisting students' employment endeavors following graduation. Invites employers to campus to participate in job fairs, interviews, and general recruiting. Helps students prepare for employer contact through resume writing workshops and mock interviews. Uses tests, such as the Myers-Briggs test, to find jobs that match a student's interests and personality. Sets up a job bulletin board and alumni network to allow students to investigate many different opportunities. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com) | | Financial Aid Counselor | Participates in the various aspects of the financial aid program. Helps students and parents with the application process. Has discretionary role in awarding scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Audits financial aid accounts. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and at least 2-4 years of direct experience in the field. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor. (www.salary.com) | | Grants/Proposal Writer | Develops resources, researches funding sources, and writes proposals to a variety of organizations. Prepares contract proposals and may administer major contracts. Also may negotiate contractual provisions with potential partners. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 3 years of work experience. Has knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com) | | Recreation Coordinator | Plans and directs the student, faculty, and staff recreation program including intramural and club sports. May be responsible for managing maintenance of some facilities. Requires a bachelor's degree in recreation or related area and 2-4 years of related experience. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com) | | Researcher | Carries out research/development activities. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes. Requires a bachelor's degree and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com) | | Teaching Assistant (College) | Teaches and participates in empirical (qualitative/quantitative) research within a specialized discipline/interdisciplinary field. Is enrolled in a graduate program. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. (www.salary.com) | | Teacher (High School) | Prepares lesson plans and instructs adolescents. Evaluates and monitors student's performance. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Some states require that teachers be certified. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to the principal. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. 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