Assistant Director of Career Development

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development to advise Isenberg School of Management students on internships and career outcomes. The role supports Amherst and Charles River campuses, with online and hybrid programs.

The position involves developing learning tools, researching industry hiring trends, and leading projects within the Office of Career Success and the Isenberg School. Travel and occasional evenings may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of professional experience OR a master’s degree in related fields.
• Ability to develop relationships with students, employers, faculty and alumni with a commitment to diversity.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop advising programs and learning tools for focused career searches.
• Research industry trends and share insights with students and faculty.
• Lead or participate in projects supporting career success goals.
• Review resumes, conduct practice interviews, and guide job targeting by industry.
• Coach students on job search strategies for different sectors.
• Source job/internship leads through networks and boards.
• Perform other duties to meet office objectives.

Skills

Career advising

Resume review

Workshop facilitation

Relationship building

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/education/counseling

Master's degree in business administration/counseling (preferred)

Tools

Handshake

uConnect

Job description

Title: Assistant Director of Career Development

Executive Area: Academic Affairs

College/School/MBU: Management

Department: Dean - Isenberg School

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Career Development performs career advising duties with Isenberg School of Management students seeking professional-level internships and/or permanent career outcomes in a wide variety of corporate and non‑profit organizations. The Assistant Director serves Isenberg students enrolled full‑time and part‑time, both in person on the Amherst and Charles River campuses as well as in Isenberg’s online and hybrid programs.

Essential Functions

• Develops effective advising programs and learning tools for focused career searches, deploying these programs in one‑on‑one and workshop/small group settings.
• Researches key industry hiring trends and opportunities affecting business school students and provides information to students, and upon request, to faculty and administration.
• As assigned, participates in and/or leads projects that support Isenberg students’ career development as well as other goals and objectives of the Office of Career Success, the Isenberg School, and/or University.
• Supports student preparation for job search by reviewing student resumes, conducting practice interviews, and helping students learn to target potential employers by industry.
• Coaches students to develop, refine and implement an appropriate and realistic job search strategy for different industry segments.
• Facilitates students’ career development skills and demonstrates capacity, skill, and willingness to engage students and contribute to their professional success.
• Utilizes interpersonal skills to source job/internship leads from social media, professional associations, alumni, and professional job boards.
• Performs duties as assigned or required to meet goals and objectives of the Office of Career Success, the Isenberg School, and/or University.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in business, counseling, education, or related field) and two (2) years of professional experience in business or higher education services OR a master’s degree in business administration, counseling, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, representatives of business and government, faculty, alumni, and senior corporate executives, including evidence of a clear understanding of and a commitment to cultural, social, economic, and ethnic diversity.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to independently prioritize work and handle multiple tasks. Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Ability to participate in team projects as assigned.
• Ability and willingness to attend meetings and other work‑related activities both on and off campus; with and without groups of students.
• Ability and willingness to work some nights and weekends and to travel locally on an infrequent basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in career services and/or higher education environment.
• An understanding of market trends and employment opportunities for business students.
• Experience with technologies used in career services, e.g., Handshake, uConnect.

Additional Details

Some nights and weekends are required.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.

This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a portion of the week. As this position falls within the Professional Staff Union, it is subject to the terms and conditions of the Professional Staff Union collective bargaining agreement.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 26