Director of Career Services

Lincoln-Tech; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Tech is seeking a Director of Career Services in the United States. The role leads a team of Career Services professionals, develops employer partnerships, and coaches students for successful employment outcomes.

You will organize job fairs, conduct information sessions, and participate in management discussions to ensure program excellence and accreditation compliance. The incumbent will drive career placement results, manage service quality, and foster campus-wide collaboration across

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Career Services, job placement, staffing, and/or recruitment.
• Charismatic with excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Management experience with the ability to train and motivate a team.
• Team player who supports campus-wide success and department growth.
• Strong time management and dedication to a high-performing organization.
• Experience with Social Media platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge of CampusVue is a plus.
• Life and Disability Insurance provided.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays are included.

Responsibilities

• Coach and prepare students for employment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain employer partnerships and career opportunities for Lincoln Tech's students and graduates.
• Organize and conduct job fairs, campus visits, career information sessions, mock interviews, and similar activities.
• Participate in weekly management meetings and student panels.
• Career placement compliance and reporting.
• Manage Career Services activities to improve outcomes.
• Motivate and lead the Career Services Team to meet company and accreditation expectations.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Team management

Sales

Relationship building

Time management

Social media

Tools

CampusVue

Job description

Lincoln Tech has an opening for a Director of Career Services. We are seeking a professional who possesses exceptional leadership qualities, sales and managerial skills. In this role, you will develop strong industry relationships, foster affiliations with area companies, and coach and prepare students for employment. As a team leader, you will develop, lead, and manage a team of Career Services professionals to achieve career placement success!

Responsibilities

• Coach and prepare students for employment opportunities
• Develop and maintain employer partnerships and career opportunities for the benefit of Lincoln Tech's students and graduates
• Organize and conduct job fairs, employer visits, employer-in-residence programs, career information sessions, mock interviews, and similar activities which promote career readiness and career placement
• Participate in weekly management meetings and student panels
• Career placement compliance and reporting
• Manage Career Services activities to ensure continual improvement of outcomes
• Motivate and lead the Career Services Team to achieve company and accreditation expectations

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in Career Services, job placement, staffing, and/or recruitment
• Charismatic w/excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Management experience with the ability to train and motivate
• Team player who is ready to help strengthen the entire campus as well as their own department
• Strong time management skills and willingness to dedicate the time needed to be part of a successful organization
• Experience with Social Media platforms is a plus!
• Knowledge of CampusVue is a plus!
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer.