Assistant Director of Career Services

Western Colorado University

2d • $54,355 - $61,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Western Colorado University invites applications for an in-person, full-time position of Assistant Director of Career Services. The position reports to the Director of Career Services and assists the Director in providing strategic direction and leadership to support students in career exploration, research, and planning. Providing oversight of student and career-based systems, internships, communications and marketing internships, and assessment of student career outcomes, effectiveness, research, and program evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or will have earned a bachelor’s degree by May 2026.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently.
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks and manage time.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, database software, and career/job search tools and applications.
• Ability to conduct surveys and analyze data.
• Team first approach with a punctual, responsible, and ethical foundation.
• Technology savvy.
• Prior experience in career services or relationship management positions.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Career development, job placement, relationship management or related experience strongly preferred, with ability to teach and consult students on career development, résumés, interviewing skills, and job search strategies.
• Experience in higher education a plus.
• Familiarity with Handshake and FDS data collection.

Responsibilities

• Providing career and graduate school planning, job search strategies, and skills to students and alumni through in-person and online appointments, group workshops, embedding content into courses, and presentations to students.
• Works closely with the Director of Career Services to assist with career outcome data collection such as the First Destination Survey, alumni relations, employer relationship development, overall campus career education goals, cross-industry career advising workshops, and supervision of student staff.
• Provides outstanding service to corporations and employers engaging the campus regarding corporate sponsorships, on-campus recruiting, job postings, intern hiring, and event engagement.
• Helps coordinate campus career fairs and all niche career services events that connect employers and students.

Benefits

• Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options.
• After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees