Director of Student Professional Development Center

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NMSU's College of Business in Las Cruces seeks a Director for the Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD). The role leads career readiness programs, engages employers, alumni, and community partners, and enhances academic programs through outreach and marketing efforts.

Responsibilities include managing CSPD operations, planning seminars, mentoring students, reviewing resumes, and tracking internships and alumni outcomes. Collaboration with college leadership is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree + 11 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's + 9 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day operations, budget and resources of the Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD).
• Coordinate College of Business (COB) Professional Development Seminars, once per semester (planning, logistics, volunteers for mock interviews & workshops).
• Coordinate student signups for mock interviews and “Mentors on Call” program; ensure volunteers for initiatives.
• Work with Executive‑in‑Residence to plan for student advising.
• Provide resume review and career advising for COB students.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, donors, and community partners to expand opportunities and resources for students.
• Work closely with internal partners – e.g., COB planning officer, recruiting specialist, and NMSU Aggie Career Studio.
• Develop plans for COB career events, and coordinate/plan these events once initiated.
• Track COB internship and post‑graduation placements, and track COB alumni career progression.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Department Contact: Bryan Ashenbaum, 646-8160, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The College of Business is seeking a Director for the Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD). The Director will lead initiatives that prepare students for career success through professional development programming, employer engagement, and experiential learning opportunities. Working closely with college leadership, faculty, employers, alumni, and community partners, the Director will develop and implement strategies that enhance student career readiness, strengthen workforce connections, and support the college’s mission of developing future business leaders.

Position Details

PositionTitle: Director of Student Professional Development Center

College/Division: Business College

Department: 340001-BUSINESS COLLEGE

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $70,000 - $85,000

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status:Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule:Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) Director is responsible for leading efforts within the College of Business to ready our students for the professional workforce. This role engages prospective students, builds relationships with key stakeholders, and promotes academic programs through a variety of outreach and marketing efforts. In collaboration with college leadership, this position helps develop and deliver initiatives that enhance student learning, professional readiness, and career success. Job responsibilities include:

• Manage the day‑to‑day operations, budget and resources of the Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD), ensuring it remains a student‑friendly and accessible space.
• Assist with establishing goals, objectives, metrics, and assessment processes aligned with the College's strategic plan.
• Coordinate College of Business (COB) Professional Development Seminars, once per semester. Includes planning, logistics, ensuring sufficient volunteers for mock interviews & workshops, etc.
• Coordinate student signups for mock interviews and “Mentors on Call” program. Ensure sufficient body of professional volunteers for these initiatives.
• Work with Executive‑in‑Residence to plan for student advising.
• Provide resume review and career advising for COB students.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, donors, and community partners to expand opportunities and resources for students.
• Work closely with internal partners – e.g., COB planning officer, recruiting specialist, and NMSU Aggie Career Studio.
• Develop plans for COB career events, and coordinate/plan these events once initiated.
• Track COB internship and post‑graduation placements, and track COB alumni career progression.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Associate's Degree + 11 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 9 years of relevant experience. Master's degree or higher preferred.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.