The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Career & Investment Opportunities Program Director.

Applications will be accepted until 3/13/2023.

The Fitzgerald Institute for Real Estate ("the Institute") at the University of Notre Dame is seeking a dedicated Career and Investment Opportunities Program Director (the "Director"). The Institute seeks to be a preeminent center for the study of real estate through research, teaching, and engagement with industry leaders in real estate investments and development, while also providing a distinctive voice in promoting human flourishing and the common good.
This is an exciting opportunity to help advance the Institute's mission by cultivating industry relationships, building strategic partnerships, expanding career opportunities for students, and supporting related activities within the Institute.
The Director will have 3 key areas of responsibility:
(1) Industry Partnerships

• Create and leverage an infrastructure that enables both networking and employer development with the goal of accelerating the number of undergraduate students and professional students in summer internships and full-time positions.
• Provide leadership and direction to maintain exceptional relations with firms; expand the Institute's network by building relationships with new hiring and managing partners.
• Interact and coordinate with top-level University stakeholders to leverage support and resources for real estate-focused programs, activities, and jobs.
• Network and provide assistance for employers during campus visits, information sessions, and other special events.

(2) Career Opportunities

• Lead a comprehensive career discernment, exploration, and job placement program to facilitate the Institute's goals and objectives for internships, full-time positions, and career development.
• Create, manage, and oversee all procedures, processes, and infrastructure and work closely with on-campus partners including the Career Center to support student hiring in real estate.
• Analyze the commercial real estate recruiting process; identify opportunities and implement best-in-class recruiting processes benefiting students in real estate. Benchmark competing programs to influence the Institute's outcomes and activities.

(3) Investment Opportunities, Programs, and Initiatives

• Develop investment opportunities, programming, and initiatives for all students, but especially students within Finance and the Mendoza College of Business and others interested in investments.
• Create and deliver workshops, presentations, and co-curricular materials to Notre Dame students on the following topics: careers in real estate; internship opportunities; full-time job opportunities; emerging career fields and industries; opportunities for women in real estate; and insights for preparing for the competitive application process.
• Communicate the program's efforts through social media and website content, the promotion of Institute-related events, and the development of related materials.
• Evaluate and recommend changes to courses, experiential learning, conferences, events, and mentorship activities when needed to advance job placement.

**Initial funding for this position is for three years and we anticipate being able to extend this.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• 3 to 4 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in building relationships
• Ability to think organizationally, conceptually, and strategically
• Ability to manage projects and relationships simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to collaborate, influence, and command the respect and confidence of industry stakeholders
• Understanding and support of Notre Dames mission

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established network of professional contacts in real estate and/or investments
• Knowledge of career paths in real estate and/or investments

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S23669. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.




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