Career Development Lead - Higher Education (Hybrid)

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development to advise Isenberg School of Management students pursuing internships and full-time roles across corporate and nonprofit sectors. The role serves students on the Amherst and Charles River campuses as well as online and hybrid programs.

The position emphasizes developing advising programs, researching industry trends, and leading projects that advance students’ career success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (ideally in business, counseling, education, or related field) with 2 years’ professional experience.
• Alternatively, a master’s degree in business administration, counseling, or related field.
• Strong working relationships with students, faculty, alumni and executives, and a commitment to diversity.

Responsibilities

• Develops advising programs and learning tools for career searches in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Researches industry hiring trends and shares insights with students and faculty.
• Leads projects supporting Isenberg students’ career development and university goals.
• Reviews resumes, conducts mock interviews, and teaches targeted job-search strategies.
• Sourcing employer leads via social media, professional associations, and alumni.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Career advising

Education

Bachelor’s degree (business/counseling/education)

Master’s degree (MBA/ Counseling/ related)

Tools

Handshake

uConnect

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development to advise Isenberg School of Management students pursuing internships and full-time roles across corporate and nonprofit sectors. The role serves students on the Amherst and Charles River campuses as well as online and hybrid programs.

The position emphasizes developing advising programs, researching industry trends, and leading projects that advance students’ career success.