Assistant Director, Career Development & Engagement

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks an Assistant Director for Career Development to supervise Career Consultants and lead career readiness initiatives within liaison areas. The role partners with Academic Affairs, faculty, and employers to advance student engagement and inclusive career opportunities.

The position requires a Master’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience in a college career center or similar setting, with strong leadership and collaboration skills to support

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and must be completed before start date.
• At least 1 year of directly related work experience in a college career center, counseling center, or related function.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Career Consultants and lead career readiness initiatives within designated liaison areas.
• Develop, implement, and update engagement strategies with faculty, employers, and Career Center Employer Relations Team.
• Serve as the primary liaison contact for Academic Affairs leadership and communicate with Deans, Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and other campus stakeholders.
• Provide direct career services to students and alumni and coordinate career planning programs and resources.

Skills

NCC credential

GCDF

NACE Career Coaching Intensive

Staff supervision

Assessment instruments

Career readiness education

Collaboration

Public speaking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Career development theory

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Higher Education Administration, Education, College Student Personnel or related field

Job description

University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks an Assistant Director for Career Development to supervise Career Consultants and lead career readiness initiatives within liaison areas. The role partners with Academic Affairs, faculty, and employers to advance student engagement and inclusive career opportunities.

The position requires a Master’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience in a college career center or similar setting, with strong leadership and collaboration skills to support