Jennifer Pickerell Email & Phone Number

Maryville, Il, Us

LEADERSHIP- Supervise, evaluate, and help develop skills of staff, ensuring attainment of department goals- Effectively oversee all budget and management areas in office, always staying within or under budget-Manage all aspects of First-Destination Survey that produces data used throughout campus- Collect and analyze assessment data to improve programs and servicesCOMMUNICATION & EMPLOYER RELATIONS- Develop collaborative relationships with faculty and staff that increase support of campus programs- Conduct outreach and foster relationships with employers to expand job and internship opportunities- Write and update all content for Career Services pages at www.mckendree.edu/careerservices- Maintain a 70+ page Career Planning Guide for students and alumni-Prepare educational and promotional materials to help reach target marketCOUNSELING- Provide personal guidance and conduct presentations to students and alumni about majors and graduate studies, helping clients make informed decisions-Advise clients in a variety of areas, including cover letter and résumé critiques, mock interviews, online/personal networking, professional dress, salary negotiations, and graduate school, among other areas - Interpret TruTalent and FOCUS 2 career assessments for clients PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT- Coordinate all office events, including Career Fair, Career Conference, Career Carnival, Career Labs, and Drop-in Days- Oversee University Internship Program for academic credit and created Faculty Advisory Board- Created and teach an engaging course that prepares students for the job search and life after graduationCURRENT CAMPUS INVOLVEMENTPresident's Leadership Council (2020 - Present); Academic Excellence Celebration Committee (2014 - Present); University Behavioral Intervention Team (2009 - Present)

M.A., Human Resources Development

B.A., Organizational Communication

Activities and Societies: Lambda Pi Eta National Speech Communication Honor Society; President's List; Dean's List; Concert Choir.