Assistant Director of Career Services

Stanbridge University•Irvine, CA

2d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Stanbridge University, a premier leader in nursing and allied health education, is dedicated to preparing compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals through innovative, service-driven learning. The Assistant Director of Career Services plays a critical leadership role in advancing this mission by overseeing career services strategy, strengthening employer partnerships, driving licensure-aligned employment outcomes, and ensuring high-quality career readiness support for students and alumni across all programs. This role combines hands-on student engagement with program leadership, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to support institutional goals related to graduate employability, accreditation, and workforce alignment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Demonstrated experience in career services, workforce development, advising, or student services.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and career services or CRM platforms.
Strong organizational, analytical, and time management abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, outcomes-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, healthcare education, or workforce development.
Experience supervising or leading staff or programs.
Knowledge of healthcare licensure pathways, credentialing, and industry hiring practices.
Confidence in conducting proactive outreach, including cold calls and strategic employer engagement.
Experience with job placement metrics, accreditation reporting, or institutional effectiveness data.

Responsibilities

Career Services Leadership & Strategy- Provide leadership and operational oversight for career services initiatives supporting students and alumni across nursing and allied health programs. Partner with senior leadership, academic leadership, and program directors to align career services strategies with licensure requirements, workforce needs, and accreditation standards. Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of career services policies, workflows, and service delivery models. Mentor and support Career Services staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback, as applicable.
Career Coaching & Student Development- Deliver advanced one-on-one and group career coaching, including resume development, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and healthcare-specific job search strategies. Conduct behavioral and competency-based mock interviews using recruiter-level best practices. Assess student strengths, competencies, and career goals to guide appropriate employment pathways aligned with program outcomes and licensure expectations. Design and facilitate career readiness workshops informed by current healthcare hiring trends and employer expectations.
Employer Relations & Workforce Partnerships- Lead the identification, development, and management of employer relationships with hospitals, clinics, long-term care providers, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare organizations. Oversee proactive outreach, prospecting, and relationship-building efforts to expand employer networks, externship pipelines, and graduate placement opportunities. Serve as a key liaison between employers, faculty, and students to communicate workforce needs and hiring expectations. Support and oversee employer-facing events including career fairs, employer panels, on-campus recruiting events, and networking forums.
Program Development & Collaboration- Oversee the development of career resources such as job search guides, competency-based resume templates, interview tools, and market-specific materials. Collaborate with academic programs to integrate career readiness into the student lifecycle. Contribute employer and labor market insights to institutional planning, program development, and continuous improvement efforts.
Data Tracking, Reporting & Continuous Improvement- Monitor and report on key metrics including student engagement, placement outcomes, alumni employment data, and employer activity using CRM or career services management systems. Analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend strategic enhancements. Support data reporting related to accreditation, regulatory requirements, and institutional effectiveness. Maintain current knowledge of healthcare hiring trends, credentialing requirements, licensure pathways, and regulatory changes impacting employment outcomes.
Additional Responsibilities- Represent Stanbridge University at industry events, professional associations, and employer meetings. Attend trainings, conferences, and professional development activities to remain current in career services and higher education best practices. Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and institutional objectives.