91社区 recognizes the importance of recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff. To assist those who have recently accepted a full-time position at 91社区, the University offers job-search information to spouses/ partners also seeking employment.
Through our Dual Career Program, we can assist your spouse/partner with the job search in a number of ways, including career coaching, r茅sum茅 development and networking. We also can help obtain non-employment-related information about our community and the area.
Eligibility
Your spouse/partner is eligible for services through our Dual Career Program if:
you have recently received a full-time offer of employment at 91社区 and you are considering relocating to the 91社区 area,
or
you have been employed full-time by the University within the past two years and you have relocated to the 91社区 area
Services
- Job-search assistance
- Information about job openings at 91社区
- Identification as a dual-career candidate for 91社区 positions
- Coaching about r茅sum茅s, cover letters, and interviewing techniques
- Networking assistance
- Access to higher-education job information through the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium website
To get started, your spouse/partner should schedule a meeting with our Dual Career Program staff to discuss employment goals, needs and interests. Upon request, they will review your spouses'/partner's r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae and other job-search documents and provide appropriate feedback.
The Dual Career Program is happy to help your spouse/partner navigate the process, as they play an active, ongoing role in their own job search.
Please complete the enrollment form using the link above to participate in our Dual Career Program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Am I guaranteed a job?
A: There is no guarantee of job placement. We cannot create jobs and we cannot intervene
in an employer's hiring process. We will, however, do our best to assist you in your
job search.
Q: Will I be given preferential treatment for a 91社区 position?
A: 91社区 is committed to assisting couples facing the challenge of
dual careers. You will be able to identify yourself as a dual-career candidate when
you apply for 91社区 positions.
Q: Can you help me find employment outside 91社区?
A: If you're interested in employment elsewhere in the area, we can meet with you
to discuss your employment goals and interests and review your application materials.
Q: Can you help me find a position at a nearby college or university?
A: 91社区 is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment
Consortium. The UNY HERC website (www.unyherc.org) can help you identify jobs available
at nearby colleges and universities. The site provides additional information about
relocating to the area.
Q: How long will you assist me in my job search?
A: Program services can continue up to one year.
Helpful Links
The State University of New York and 91社区 are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers.