Director of Career Development & Alumni Programs (Hybrid)

UC Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Hybrid work schedule after probation

Job summary

UC Santa Barbara’s Bren School seeks a seasoned professional to lead the Career Development and Alumni Relations programs for MESM, MEDS, and PhD tracks. You will work with the Executive Director to set strategic direction and oversee day-to-day operations, including services, enterprise systems, alumni relations, and employer engagement.

You will supervise staff, collaborate with Bren and UCSB colleagues, mentor students and alumni, and guide career development activities and events to connect

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Bachelors' degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience and training.
• 1-3 years' experience working with students in career development and/or student affairs.
• 1-3 years' experience planning and executing workshops (both in person and remote).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Career Development and Alumni Relations Programs for Bren's MESM/MEDS/PhD tracks.
• Set short- and long-term strategic direction with the Executive Director and manage day-to-day operations.
• Supervise staff including the Career Development and Alumni Relations Coordinator and Program Manager.
• Provide one-on-one career advising to students and alumni on direction, networking, and job search strategies.

Skills

Career development

Workshop planning

Student advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

UC Santa Barbara’s Bren School seeks a seasoned professional to lead the Career Development and Alumni Relations programs for MESM, MEDS, and PhD tracks. You will work with the Executive Director to set strategic direction and oversee day-to-day operations, including services, enterprise systems, alumni relations, and employer engagement.

You will supervise staff, collaborate with Bren and UCSB colleagues, mentor students and alumni, and guide career development activities and events to connect