Career Services Director: Placement & Externships Lead

Ember Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ember Education seeks a Director of Career Services to lead placement, externship and career services seminars with autonomy and accountability. The role includes data-driven oversight, employer outreach, and coordination with faculty to align outcomes with program goals.

The position requires strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and ability to drive continuous improvement in student placement and engagement efforts across the program.

Qualifications

• Education and experience aligned with career services leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet placement goals.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead placement, externship and career services seminars.
• Oversee data analysis of placement activities and outcomes.
• Supervise staff, conduct performance evaluations, and provide coaching.
• Ensure compliance with program policies and external requirements.
• Collaborate with faculty, employers and professional organizations.

Skills

Integrity

Professionalism

Adaptability

Organization

Communication

Deliver Results

Management Excellence

Relationship Building

Training & Development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Student records software

Job description

Ember Education seeks a Director of Career Services to lead placement, externship and career services seminars with autonomy and accountability. The role includes data-driven oversight, employer outreach, and coordination with faculty to align outcomes with program goals.

The position requires strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and ability to drive continuous improvement in student placement and engagement efforts across the program.