Career Services Lead: Coaching, Ops & Employer Relations

Lincoln Tech; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Lincoln Tech is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Services to lead career services operations and improve graduate employment outcomes. You will coach students and graduates while training the career services team, and partner with the Director to oversee daily operations and staffing.

The role combines hands-on coaching with operational leadership, emphasizing results and collaboration with local employers to create opportunities and ensure placement success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant Career Services experience.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding placement goals.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong communication skills--comfortable presenting to groups and building relationships.
• Operational mindset with strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology platforms quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Career Services in managing department operations and achieving placement targets.
• Train, develop, and supervise career services support staff.
• Provide one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates.
• Delivery of workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and professional development.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to create job opportunities.
• Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training.
• Plan and execute on-campus job fairs, employer presentations, and recruiting events.
• Track graduate employment outcomes and maintain contact until successful placement.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to support student and graduate success.

Skills

Strong communication

Operational mindset

Leadership

Staff development

Project management

Staff training

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lincoln Tech is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Services to lead career services operations and improve graduate employment outcomes. You will coach students and graduates while training the career services team, and partner with the Director to oversee daily operations and staffing.

The role combines hands-on coaching with operational leadership, emphasizing results and collaboration with local employers to create opportunities and ensure placement success.