Sr. Director, Graduate Career Management

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks a Sr. Director, Graduate Career Management to lead strategic delivery of graduate career development, recruitment initiatives, and programming aligned with market trends.

You will expand the office's footprint, develop policy, and collaborate with academic partners to connect students with opportunities. The role involves coaching, alumni engagement, and expanding evidence-based practices using graduate data to assess outcomes, while guiding staff and managing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in career management or related area.
• Experience supervising staff within a career services office.
• Familiarity with Handshake, Microsoft 365, and AI-based interview, resume and career management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic delivery of graduate career development programs and recruitment initiatives.
• Develop policies and segmented approaches to support student job searches and connections to opportunities.
• Represent the Office of Career Management through engagement with national organizations and collaboration with internal leadership and partners.
• Supervise and develop a team of staff by overseeing hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Career development theory

Job search strategy development

Strategic program delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Handshake

Microsoft 365

AI-based interview platforms

Job description

Job Title:

Sr. Director, Graduate Career Management

Department:

Fisher College | Career Services

The Senior Director, Graduate Career Management (M3) is responsible for leading the strategic delivery of innovative, and accessible career development, recruitment initiatives, and programming for graduate students aligned with market trends and national best practices while identifying new opportunities to expand the office’s footprint; developing policies, guidelines, and segmented approaches to support student job searches and connections to opportunities; and representing the Office of Career Management through engagement with national organizations and collaboration with internal leadership, academic partners, and cross-functional teams.

Along with developing the strategic vision for the office this role has the opportunity to provide high-impact student coaching by advising individuals on career strategies, maintaining relationships with alumni and IICC members and expanding a working knowledge of industry and recruiting trends while guiding staff in building strong employer and alumni connections to enhance outcomes; leading and managing Professional Pathways and Career Boost Networking Programs and expanding the office’s use of evidence based practices using graduate data collection programs to asses measurable learning outcomes.

The Sr. Director supervises and develops a team of full-time staff and students by overseeing hiring, training, goal setting, and performance management that align with office and college goals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or related field of study, or equivalent experience. A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in career management or a comparable area (e.g., college recruiting or career development), with demonstrated experience supervising staff within a career services office. Familiarity with career development theory and practices and effective job search strategy development. Familiarity and experience with Handshake, Microsoft 365, and up-to-date AI-based interview, resume and career management platforms.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree preferred with 12 years of relevant experience. Experience working with graduate-level business students.

Additional Information:

The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Gerlach Hall (0250)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.