Career Navigator or Assistant Director

100 Miami University; Oxford (OH); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, seeks a Career Navigator or Assistant Director to deliver a comprehensive career exploration and development strategy for designated student populations designed to prepare our students for internships and post-graduation success.

The role will create and maintain relationships with faculty and employers in assigned areas and collaborate with the Center’s Employer Relations Team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required by start date.
• Experience level varies by title (Career Navigator vs Assistant Director).

Responsibilities

• Develop advising structures and programs to support student career goals.
• Promote career development events and manage career advising appointments.
• Lead presentations and plan events to help students be career-ready.
• Build relationships with faculty, employers and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Employer Relations Team and CCES for partnerships.
• Occasional evening and weekend obligations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Title

Career Navigator or Assistant Director Department Career Advisors Group 2 Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum $45,000 (Career Navigator) $47,000 (Assistant Director) Position Salary Maximum $50,000 (Career Navigator) $55,000 (Assistant Director) Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-08-17

Job Description Summary

The Career Navigator/Assistant Director delivers a comprehensive career exploration and development strategy for designated student populations designed to prepare our students for internships (and other career-related opportunities) and post-graduation success. Additionally, this role will create and maintain relationships with faculty and employers in assigned areas and with collaboration with the Center’s Employer Relations Team. This role will seek out, promote and effectively complete career advising appointments with students, lead presentations, and plan events designed to help students be career-ready. The Career Navigator or Assistant Director will advance programming and services related to Career Cluster(s) and serve on the Career Development Team within CCES. Occasional weekend and evening obligations are a component of this position. CCES is a growing office with an ambitious strategic plan designed to situate students for lifelong professional success. Our efforts in collaboration with Miami’s Career Community, extend beyond the typical career center offerings as we strive to be the most immersive and comprehensive 4-year career development experience in the nation. This position is campus-based but may have the option to work on a hybrid basis (1-2 days/week) following an introductory period.

Essential Duties

• Develop advising structures, mentoring opportunities, and programmatic ways to support and scale students’ career goals.
• Support CCES efforts to work with career community stakeholders to develop academic and co-curricular pathways for student access into various careers.
• Plan, deliver, catalyze and scale career exploration and development strategy including career advising, event planning, and services to students as needed based on institutional, divisional, and departmental priorities.
• In tandem with CCES Employer Relations Team, extend relationships with current employers and other external stakeholders (e.g. alumni and families) who can support the success of students.
• Cultivate new relationships with prospective external stakeholders.
• Communicate and collaborate between the Center for Career Exploration and Success and assigned liaison areas for students and student groups.
• Lead programs and communications for Career Cluster(s).
• Build effective partnerships and inspire different groups to work towards common goals.
• Teach first-year and/or career development courses as needed (Masters required).
• Assist in the coordination of office-wide special events, programs, workshops, and career fairs, and other events as needed.
• Occasional evening and weekend obligations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Career Navigator: Bachelor’s degree (must be obtained by start date), 1 year of experience
• Assistant Director: Bachelor’s Degree (must be obtained by start date) and 4 years of experience, or a Master’s Degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong teamwork, communication, and project/program management skills
• Ability to build effective relationships with students, staff, faculty and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated competence working with diverse stakeholders and constituents.
• Able to fill evening and weekend duties

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents resume and cover letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

none

Legal / Compliance Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University. Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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About Miami University

Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University’s Mission.