Oregon State University · 2 days ago
Assistant Director of Career Development
Corvallis, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$71K/yr - $78K/yr
2+ years expOregon State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development. This role involves developing and implementing career education strategies and programs for students in the College of Liberal Arts, while also engaging with employers to enhance students' career outcomes.
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Responsibilities
The Assistant Director develops, coordinates, and facilitates career development opportunities for students, with intentional consideration for the needs of both on-campus and online learners. Programs are designed to empower students to achieve their career goals, such as finding jobs, internships, applying to graduate school, and others
Programming includes, but is not limited to, workshops, classroom and club presentations, panel discussions, and networking events
Programs are delivered through a mix of in-person, virtual, and asynchronous formats to ensure meaningful access and engagement for students across modalities
The Assistant Director proactively builds and maintains relationships with employers across sectors, including government, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations, and identifies meaningful ways to engage employers with the college in support of CLA students’ career development
Engagement strategies are intentionally designed to serve both on-campus and Ecampus students through a combination of in-person, synchronous virtual, and asynchronous formats
Employer engagement activities may include, but are not limited to: Coordinating employer and alumni webinars or virtual information sessions, Partnering with faculty to embed employer engagement into coursework, Supporting college-led networking events or targeted recruitment activities, Organizing employer or alumni panels focused on career pathways and hiring opportunities, All employer engagement efforts are coordinated in close collaboration with the Career Development Center’s External Relations team to ensure alignment with university-wide strategies and best practices
In addition, the Assistant Director coordinates the College of Liberal Arts Career Fair Committee, composed of staff, faculty, and students, to provide strategic direction, vision, and support for the planning of the annual career fair
The Assistant Director actively reaches out to college partners to expand career education integration across advising, teaching, research, and graduate programs. Particular focus is placed on collaboration with CLA faculty and advisors to support integration of career education in curriculum and advising
This position partners with campus and external stakeholders, such as the OSU Alumni Association, to create connections between students, employers, and alumni
The Assistant Director is responsible for ensuring that CLA students have access to 1:1 consultations on career topics such as resume and cover letter preparation, interviewing, job and internship searching, graduate school application, salary negotiation, career exploration, and decision-making
The Assistant Director trains, hires, and supervises CLA Career Assistants (student employees) to provide 1:1 career consultations to students in person and online
The Assistant Director also provides 1:1 consultations for CLA students in a limited capacity based on the complexity of support required and student worker staffing levels
The Assistant Director assesses the effectiveness and outcomes of career education strategies and programs for CLA students on-campus and online. This includes evaluating access, participation, and outcomes, revising initiatives as needed, and coordinating assessment reporting to the Career Development Center and college partners
The Assistant Director also coordinates college-level efforts related to the First Destination Survey, collaborating with college stakeholders to support survey administration, analyzing outcome data, and using findings to inform strategies that improve career outcomes for graduating students
The Assistant Director participates in CDC staff activities, including staff meetings, workshops, career fairs, information sessions, on-campus recruiting, tabling, retreats, and other large-scale events
This position participates in the annual performance evaluation process and engages in ongoing professional development
The Assistant Director contributes career education expertise to university-wide CDC initiatives, marketing campaigns, resources, events, staff reporting, and strategic planning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the position (e.g.: education, communications, public administration, human resources, or a related discipline)
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Career development or student success in higher education, Employer relations, recruitment, talent development, or workforce partnerships, Program development, training facilitation, or design of educational materials for adult learners in person and online
Knowledge of career development topics such as career exploration, job and internship searching, resumes and interviewing, graduate school pathways, and decision-making
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain professional relationships with external partners (e.g., employers, alumni, community organizations, or agencies)
Experience coordinating or supporting employer-facing activities such as panels, info sessions, recruiting events, or experiential learning opportunities
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, employers, alumni, faculty, and staff
Experience designing, implementing, and delivering programs, events, or initiatives with multiple stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, from planning through execution, with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including group presentations and facilitation
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience working with liberal arts disciplines and/or populations with diverse career paths
Experience developing employer partnerships that intentionally support student access and career outcomes
Experience supervising, training, or mentoring student employees
Experience with assessment, outcomes tracking, or use of data to improve programs or services
Familiarity with First Destination Survey processes or career outcomes reporting
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
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