- Full Time
- Lawrenceville, NJ
Director of Career Services –Â Lawrenceville, NJ
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Career Services to lead and manage career services operations at their Lawrenceville, NJ campus. This is a full-time leadership position, reporting directly to the Campus President. The Director will play a critical role in student success, ensuring graduates receive the guidance, resources, and employer connections needed to transition into high-demand careers.
This role requires a strategic and hands-on leader who can implement effective career services programs, drive student employment outcomes, and build strong employer partnerships. Some evening and Saturday hours may be required to accommodate student and employer engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of the Career Services Department, ensuring high-quality job placement support for students and graduates.
- Develop and maintain employer partnerships to increase job opportunities for graduates.
- Conduct employability workshops, including resume writing, interview techniques, job search strategies, and career development.
- Provide one-on-one career coaching to help students secure employment in their chosen fields.
- Monitor and report placement outcomes, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
- Lead marketing and outreach initiatives to expand employer engagement and student career opportunities.
- Develop and deliver training and presentations to students, faculty, and stakeholders on career readiness.
- Analyze key metrics related to job placement, employer satisfaction, and student success.
- Ensure accurate data tracking and reporting using Microsoft Office and campus management systems.
- Collaborate with academic and student services teams to align career support with educational programs.
- Oversee Career Services staff, providing training, coaching, and performance management.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience in career services, employee recruiting, or business development is required.
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with a results-driven approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with strong relationship-building skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to analyze data and track placement metrics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with campus management systems (CampusVue preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications in career services, education, or workforce development are a plus.
Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity for a career services professional who is passionate about student success and workforce development. The Director of Career Services will play a pivotal role in enhancing career outcomes for students while fostering strong employer partnerships.
If you have a proven track record of helping students achieve career success, building employer relationships, and leading career services teams, we encourage you to apply!
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