Director, Center for Professional Pathways

Western Oregon University; Canada; Remote; CAD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional public university is seeking a Director of Center for Professional Pathways to lead career services and enhance experiential learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will drive equity in career access and collaborate with academics to prepare students for professional success. Key qualifications include experience in university career services or human resources. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

95% premium paid healthcare

Generous retirement and vacation package

Reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in university career services or human resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for career services and experiential learning.
• Integrate career readiness into curriculum in collaboration with departments.
• Coordinate the National Student Exchange.

Skills

University career services experience

Human resources experience

Job description

Overview

Review Date: Open | Review begins 10/6/25

Salary Rate: $83,125 – $97,795

About Western Oregon University: Western Oregon University is a regional public, mid-sized university – committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Western is one of Oregon’s oldest public institutions of higher education and was incorporated into the state system as a teacher training institution in 1882. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, education and professional areas. It’s known for small class sizes, a focus on sustainability and a diverse liberal arts education in a student-centered environment. Western is a Hispanic Serving institution, with over 40% of undergraduates being students of color.

Position Summary

The Director of Center for Professional Pathways (CPP) provides leadership for the department to maintain and expand Western Oregon University’s comprehensive career services and access to experiential learning (i.e. internships, volunteering). The director advances equity in access to social mobility and collaborates with academic departments to integrate career readiness in curriculum and programs, by developing content, training, standards and practices. The director is also responsible for the coordination of the National Student Exchange (NSE).

Position description includes knowledge areas and preferred qualifications.

Required Qualifications

Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:

• Experience in university career services or human resources, 3–5 years

How to apply

Please submit the required application materials to: Kirsty Pinchuk, Director of Human Resources at [e-mail].

Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below:

• Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position
• Resume/CV
• Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned
• Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application

Background/Education Check

A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.

Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.

Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences, and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.

Accommodation Requests

Western Oregon University is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you would like to request disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, please complete theonline request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you have questions, contact Desiree Noah at [e-mail].

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Western Oregon University in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding Veterans’ Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq

To stay informed about the progress of this search, we invite and encourage you to explore our career page at wou.edu/hr/employment/jobs/. Unfortunately, due to the volume, it is challenging for us to offer individual updates on the status of each application, and for that, we sincerely regret any inconvenience. We thank you for your patience and interest in employment at Western Oregon University.