Assistant Director, Career Services & Alumni Engagement

University of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Richmond is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Services to advance the career development of adult learners, graduate and undergraduate students, and alumni through coaching, program design, and engagement. This role partners with academic programs, MBA and graduate business offerings, Athletics, and other initiatives to translate experiences into meaningful career opportunities.

Responsibilities include delivering tailored programming, advising employers and alumni, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, counseling, business, higher education administration, human resources, or related field.
• At least two years of professional experience in career development, graduate school advising, workforce development, human resources, or the equivalent.
• Skilled presenter with excellent writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrated strength in fostering inclusion and belonging.
• Must combine rich understanding of liberal arts with special appreciation for experienced professionals, adult learners, and graduate students

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver career programming for adult learners, graduate and undergraduate students, and alumni.
• Provide individualized coaching, career education, and alumni engagement.
• Serve as a strategic partner to academic programs and campus initiatives including MBA, graduate business, and Athletics.
• Translate students' academic experiences into meaningful professional opportunities.

Skills

Career advising

Relationship building

Teamwork

Facilitation

Assessment & evaluation

Presentation skills

Leadership

MBTI knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Job description

University of Richmond is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Services to advance the career development of adult learners, graduate and undergraduate students, and alumni through coaching, program design, and engagement. This role partners with academic programs, MBA and graduate business offerings, Athletics, and other initiatives to translate experiences into meaningful career opportunities.

Responsibilities include delivering tailored programming, advising employers and alumni, and