Hybrid Career Development Ops Lead - 3-Year Benefited

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development Operations & Communities to lead the operations of career-related programs that boost student success, engagement, retention, and readiness.

This role designs, implements, and contributes to workshops, campus-wide events, and the Career Exploration Residential Academic Program, supporting the office's mission of advancing career readiness across majors, identities, and backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years working with college-aged students in mentoring, advising, counseling, teaching, recruiting, or related role.
• Experience with program, event, or course development, implementation, and review.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructor for Career RAP seminars and related activities; coordinate employer visits, field trips, and networking events.
• Oversee early arrival program for Career RAP students and ensure successful onboarding.
• Partner with campus units to recruit RAP participants via targeted outreach.
• Coordinate project-based learning with employers and support software platforms for career information and virtual projects.
• Represent the Office at campus events and large-scale career fairs; customize content for diverse audiences.

Skills

Program development

Event coordination

Collaboration with stakeholders

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development Operations & Communities to lead the operations of career-related programs that boost student success, engagement, retention, and readiness.

This role designs, implements, and contributes to workshops, campus-wide events, and the Career Exploration Residential Academic Program, supporting the office's mission of advancing career readiness across majors, identities, and backgrounds.