Career Development & Employer Partnerships Lead

Auburn University at Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Career Services Manager to lead the Career Development Center’s programs, employer recruitment, and assessment initiatives. You will supervise staff, coordinate career fairs, manage the online platform, and strengthen partnerships with employers and campus partners.

The role focuses on delivering career services, developing student and alumni professional outcomes, and enhancing program effectiveness through data-driven evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in career services, student services or employer relations.
• Experience with career development programs and employer recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide career development services and student/alumni programming.
• Administer online career platform, postings, and events.
• Manage Career Closet operations and interview suites.
• Coordinate career fairs and on-campus recruitment activities.
• Develop employer partnerships and outreach strategies.
• Create promotional content across channels for programs and events.
• Monitor usage data and assist with annual reports.

Skills

Career development theories

Higher education practices

Interpersonal communication

Presentation and public speaking

Data reporting and analytics

Customer service excellence

Project management

Team supervision

Strategic partner development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in higher education or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Career management platforms

Canva

Job description

Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Career Services Manager to lead the Career Development Center’s programs, employer recruitment, and assessment initiatives. You will supervise staff, coordinate career fairs, manage the online platform, and strengthen partnerships with employers and campus partners.

The role focuses on delivering career services, developing student and alumni professional outcomes, and enhancing program effectiveness through data-driven evaluation.