Ask the Expert: How to Conduct a Location-Specific Job Search

On HigherEdJobs, there are almost 86,000 open positions at 2,200 institutions nationwide. The possibilities are endless if you're willing to relocate for a job. But what if you want to relocate to a specific region or state?

In this Ask the Expert episode, Chris Lee responds to a listener who would like to move to Colorado.

The listener wrote, "Should I use LinkedIn and professional associations or reach out directly to HR or other departments at universities where I might be a good fit?" 

Lee said that job seekers must do their research, uncover resources, and network effectively to find a position in a chosen location. Lining up an informational interview can help you connect with the right people and seek their knowledge and advice.

Lee is a managing director with Storbeck Search, which specializes in education-related executive search.

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