Associate Director, External Partnerships & Coaching

Wittenberg-University; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wittenberg University seeks an Associate Director of External Partnerships & Lead Personal and Professional Development Coach to advance external collaborations while delivering coaching to students. The role bridges internal coaching teams with external stakeholders to align programs and opportunities.

In this position, you will cultivate partnerships with employers and graduate programs, lead coaching sessions, and guide students in vocation, goal setting, and career navigation, contributing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, business or related field.
• 3–5 years in career advising, career counseling, life coaching, leadership coaching, mentoring or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must demonstrate initiative and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written, public speaking, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with external organizations, employers, and graduate school admissions teams.
• Negotiate and manage partnerships, contracts, and collaboration frameworks.
• Represent the Center in meetings, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Leverage partnerships to expand resources and opportunities for students.
• Track and report the impact of external partnerships.
• Coach students through 1:1 sessions and group workshops; guide career development.

Skills

Coaching

Relationship Building

Public Speaking

Career Advising

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling, business or related field

Master's degree (preferred) in counseling, business or related area

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Wittenberg University seeks an Associate Director of External Partnerships & Lead Personal and Professional Development Coach to advance external collaborations while delivering coaching to students. The role bridges internal coaching teams with external stakeholders to align programs and opportunities.

In this position, you will cultivate partnerships with employers and graduate programs, lead coaching sessions, and guide students in vocation, goal setting, and career navigation, contributing