Assistant Director of Career Development University of Scranton

Ajcunet; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Scranton is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development to lead career coaching and education initiatives for undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni. Reporting to the Director, you will supervise staff and interns and ensure a consistent, high‑quality coaching experience.

You will drive a holistic program that supports vocational discernment, professional development, and post‑graduate success, while partnering with faculty, employers, and campus partners

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Higher Education/Student Affairs, or related field.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage priorities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in career coaching or workforce development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead career coaching and education functions for students and alumni.
• Supervise and mentor staff and interns.
• Develop and assess career education and readiness programs.
• Coordinate selective internship programs and employer partnerships.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analytics

Communication

Public speaking

Career coaching

Education

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Scranton
Assistant Director of Career Development

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
[e-mail]
[phone]
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Department

Center for Career Development

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Director of the Center for Career Development, the Assistant Director leads all career coaching and education initiatives for undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni. Serving as the Center’s primary operational leader in the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director provides continuity of leadership, decision-making, and service delivery across career coaching, education, and student engagement functions.

The Assistant Director is responsible for promoting a holistic approach to career development that integrates vocational discernment, reflection, purpose, service, and professional development consistent with the University’s Jesuit educational tradition. As part of this approach, the Assistant Director is responsible for strategic development, implementation, and assessment of career coaching (individual and group) and career education programming that supports students’ vocational discernment, professional development, and post-graduate success.

The Assistant Director supervises the Center’s Career Coaches, a team of professional staff and student interns, to ensure a consistent, equitable, and high-quality coaching experience that equips students with the competencies necessary for success in internships, employment, and/or graduate/professional school.

In partnership with the Director, the Assistant Director identifies evolving student and institutional needs, implements innovative and scalable career coaching strategies and education initiatives, and applies current research, industry trends and professional standards to advance the mission and strategic priorities of the University.

Essential Duties

• Leads the Center’s career coaching and career education functions, providing vision, strategic direction, assessment oversight, and operational leadership for all coaching services, career readiness initiatives, and professional development programming.
• Hires, trains, supervises and mentors, graduate-level career coaches and undergraduate career coaching interns fostering a collaborative culture focused on student success, continuous improvement, and high-quality service delivery to ensure consistency, effectiveness, equitable student access, and alignment with departmental learning outcomes and performance metrics.
• Assist the Director in implementing an innovative, compelling vision for the Center for Career Development that aligns with the University’s Jesuit and Catholic mission and relevant strategic priorities
• Develop, implement, and assess a comprehensive career education and career readiness framework that support students’ development from entry through post-graduation, including vocational discernment, professional preparation, National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) career readiness competency development, networking, experiential learning, and transition to life post-graduation.
• Provide individual and group career coaching to students and alumni using evidence based and developmentally appropriate approaches; Administer and interpret career-related inventories, and support students in exploring meaningful work aligned with personal values and goals
• Utilize the career management system, including but not limited to document reviews, scheduling, data tracking, communication, and event management
• Represent the Center for Career Development by proactively engaging with faculty, staff, employers, alumni, and community partners through presentations and workshops to support student success
• Actively cultivate and maintain relationships with all relevant stakeholders to stay current on industry trends, hiring expectations, and workforce needs to inform coaching practices and programming
• Conduct assessment and data analysis of educational programming, and student career readiness and programming; use findings to inform continuous improvement and decision making use findings to inform strategic planning, continuous improvement, and resource allocation.
• Make recommendations to the Director regarding emerging best practices, staffing, technologies, and innovations in career development, based on current research, professional engagement, and benchmarking with industry peers
• Coordinate and oversee selective internship program, including fundraising, program administration, participant support, mentoring, assessment, and reporting as assigned.

Additional Skills Required

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment in a student-centered environment.
• Ability to utilize technology, data analytics, and assessment practices to inform strategic decision-making and demonstrate program effectiveness.
• Ability to relate to a wide range of stakeholders, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, and administrators
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organization and interpersonal skills are essential
• Strong presentation skills with ability to present to small and large groups
• Knowledge of career coaching and career education methodologies, including resume and cover letter development, job and internship search strategies, interviewing, networking, career decision-making, and post graduate planning
• Knowledge of new developments in career counseling/coaching, placement trends, and post-graduate advisement
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and career services technologies
• Ability to analyze and use data for assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative to plan, implement, and adapt programs in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• The ability to uphold human dignity and respect by recognizing each person’s worth, valuing diverse perspectives, and treating others with kindness, fairness, and empathy
• Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Education Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Higher Education/Student Affairs, or related field

Minimum Job Experience Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in higher education, counseling, or student affairs
• Experience in career services, career coaching, or workforce development preferred
• Direct experience in a college or university setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience, including staff development and performance management

Years of Experience

3

University Classification

Professional

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Schedule/Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Annual Schedule

12