Strategic Career Services Leader

Auburn University at Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Career Services Manager to lead the Career Development Center's career services, employer outreach, and program assessment to support students and alumni.

You will oversee online platforms, coordinate career fairs and events, and partner with faculty and employers to expand opportunities while training student staff and ensuring data integrity across reports.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of career development theories and practices.
• Knowledge of higher education, student affairs, and career services practices.
• Knowledge of organizational recruitment, selection, talent acquisition, and employer recruiting practices.
• Knowledge of job and internship search strategies, professional networking, interviewing, and employment preparation.
• Knowledge of career services technology, applicant tracking systems, career management platforms, and talent management software.
• Knowledge of assessment, data collection, program evaluation, and reporting practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and ethical considerations related to employment and recruiting.
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Presentation, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Data management and reporting skills.
• Basic graphic design and content creation skills using platforms such as Canva or similar tools.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to students, alumni, campus partners, and employer representatives.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Provide career development services to students and alumni, including resume and cover letter development, interview preparation and mock interviews.
• Administer the university’s online career management platform, including employer posting approval, events, and reporting.
• Manage operations of Career Closet and the Student Interview Suite, including inventory and reservations.
• Coordinate student and employer engagement programs, career fairs, information sessions, and virtual recruitment events.
• Develop communications to promote programs and opportunities across campus partners and platforms.
• Monitor usage data and assist with annual and institutional reporting.
• Assist the Director in developing employer relationships and expanding employment opportunities for students and alumni.
• Train and supervise student employees as appropriate.
• Support other Career Development Center initiatives and campus programs.

Skills

Career development knowledge

Higher education knowledge

Employer relations

Program management

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, human resources, business, communication, education, or a related field

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

Career management platforms

Talent management software

Job description

Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Career Services Manager to lead the Career Development Center's career services, employer outreach, and program assessment to support students and alumni.

You will oversee online platforms, coordinate career fairs and events, and partner with faculty and employers to expand opportunities while training student staff and ensuring data integrity across reports.