The dual career assistance program offers job search assistance for up to one year for spouses or partners of newly recruited faculty or administrators. Departments may also refer current faculty members where retention is concern because of spouse employment issues. The coordinator can provide general information on employment in the region; help identify appropriate employers and make connections with key contacts critique a resume, cover letter, or other documents for the client; help prepare the client for interviewing; and act as a sounding board for job seekers in need of encouragement, support or focus. More intensive career exploration may be available on a case by case basis. In addition to the dual career coordinator, the Provost's office remains involved in negotiating and cost sharing faculty appointments for dual career partners in accordance with the Dual Career guidelines.
Susan J. Williams, Coordinator for the Dual Career Assistance Program. Susan has a MS in Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and has experience as a career counselor and Human Resource Director. She offers a variety of services; critiquing resumes, networking, career exploration, interviewing skills, and job search strategy. More in depth coaching is available on a case by case basis when time allows
To contact the coordinator
To apply online for the Dual Career Assistance Program, please click here
HEDCN - The Higher Education Dual Career Network Website
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