Director Student & Career Services

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Tuition Waiver

Paid Time Off

Retirement Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Pet Insurance

Health Plan Enrollment

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute seeks a Student and Career Services Director to lead and unify student support services across its network. You’ll oversee academic advising, student records, career counseling, and employer partnerships to advance persistence, completion, and placement outcomes.

You will collaborate with campus leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless student experience, align ADA/Title IX compliance, and organize career events connecting students with employers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (counseling, social work, psychology, education) and/or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing Student and Career Services teams, setting strategic direction and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Drive student success by enhancing advising, academic support, and career readiness processes to improve persistence, graduation, and employment outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards through regular audits, staff training, and policy enforcement.
• Build strong employer partnerships to expand local and graduate job opportunities, collaborating with the EDGE team on employer engagement initiatives.
• Oversee operations and performance, including scheduling, advising, student satisfaction, and employment metrics, while managing departmental budgets and resources.
• Promote a positive team culture through coaching, recognition, and professional development to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Process skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (related field)

Job description

Overview

Empowering Student Success from Day One to Dream JobAre you passionate about guiding students from orientation to graduation—and beyond? As the Student and Career Services Director, you’ll be the driving force behind student success across the UTI network. This dynamic leadership role oversees a wide range of services that support persistence, completion, and career placement. From academic advising and student records to career counseling and employer partnerships, you’ll lead a team dedicated to helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom.You’ll collaborate closely with campus leadership and cross-functional teams in Education, Financial Aid, Admissions, and more to ensure a seamless student experience. Whether it’s coordinating orientation, supporting ADA/Title IX compliance, or hosting career fairs that connect students with top employers, your work will make a lasting impact.If you're a strategic thinker with a heart for student development and a knack for building strong partnerships, this role offers the perfect blend of purpose and leadership.

What We Offer

• Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 per year depending on experience
• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
• Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing Student and Career Services teams, setting strategic direction and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Drive student success by enhancing advising, academic support, and career readiness processes to improve persistence, graduation, and employment outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards through regular audits, staff training, and policy enforcement.
• Build strong employer partnerships to expand local and graduate job opportunities, collaborating with the EDGE team on employer engagement initiatives.
• Oversee operations and performance, including scheduling, advising, student satisfaction, and employment metrics, while managing departmental budgets and resources.
• Promote a positive team culture through coaching, recognition, and professional development to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Quaifications

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (counseling, social work, psychology, education) and/or equivalent experience of four (4) years of experience (required)
• Five (5) years leadership or management experience (preferred)
• Five (5) years experience in an administrative position in the Student Services or Career Services office of a public or approved private post-secondary school (preferred)

Skills

• Leadership skills in areas such as motivating, building a strong culture, change management, driving customer service excellence and the ability to create a highly desirable workplace.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong technical and process skills.

Abilities

• Ability to work through complex situations, drawing from a variety of resources, to arrive at quality and actionable decisions

About Us:

It’s all about the reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 16 technical programs. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!