Career Readiness & Student Development Manage

Bethany College Lindsborg, Kansas [Bethany College](https://www.bethanylb.edu/) **PLEASE INCLUDE A RESUME AND A COVER LETTER FOR CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.** CAREER READINESS & STUDENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER **FLSA Status:** HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT **Department:** Student Affairs **Reports to:** Director of Student Life for day-to-day operations and Dean of Student Affairs for strategic direction **Positions Managed:** Student workers **Why Bethany:** Rooted in our Lutheran heritage and the transformative power of the liberal arts, Bethany prepares students to lead lives of purpose, leadership, creativity, and service in a complex and changing world. Located in Lindsborg, Kansas—affectionately known as "Little Sweden" and celebrated for its vibrant arts community—Bethany offers a close-knit environment where faculty and staff know students by name and mentor them in a highly personalized setting. Education at Bethany is rooted in intellectual discovery and a deep sense of belonging, equipping students to think critically, lead ethically, and serve with purpose. As a small, private, rural college, Bethany plays an essential role in renewing civic life, expanding opportunity, and fostering community revitalization. We believe in the value of personalized liberal arts education, the power of community, and the promise of rural America. At Bethany, you'll have the opportunity to inspire the next generation while contributing to the cultural and academic life of our campus and region as we prepare students to make meaningful contributions to the world. At Bethany, you'll have the opportunity to inspire the next generation while contributing to the cultural and academic life of our campus and region as we prepare students to make meaningful contributions to the world. **About Bethany College:** Founded in 1881, Bethany College is a dynamic liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas—known as “Little Sweden U.S.A.” Bethany provides a transformative educational experience grounded in faith, learning, and community. The College is dedicated to cultivating leaders who serve and inspire through integrity, creativity, and purpose. **Position Overview:** Under general supervision, the Career Readiness & Student Development Manager independently performs a broad range of career services and student development duties in support of Bethany College’s mission. This position is responsible for developing and assessing career-readiness initiatives, building employer and community partnerships, supporting student employment processes, overseeing student organization operations, and creating leadership and mentorship opportunities to enhance student success and post-collegiate readiness. **Essential Functions:** **Career Services** - Develop, implement, and assess Career Services programs, events, and initiatives aligned with Bethany College’s mission and student success goals. - Advise students individually and in small groups on career exploration, resumes and cover letters, job and internship search strategies, and graduate school preparation. - Manage the Handshake platform, including job approvals, employer relationships, student data, and platform best practices. - Educate students on use of Handshake for on-campus and off-campus employment opportunities. - Coordinate with Human Resources and Work Study Supervisors to support efficient student worker hiring and onboarding processes in the HRIS. - Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with employers, industry partners, alumni, and graduate programs aligned with Bethany’s academic offerings and student goals. - Facilitate employer campus visits, career fairs, information sessions, and internship/job posting opportunities. - Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, alumni, and external partners to identify workforce trends, partnership opportunities, and student employment needs. - Represent Bethany College as an ambassador for student talent, career development, and e…