Associate Director & Career Coach

University of Denver•Denver, CO

25d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven professional to join our Career Services team as an Associate Director. The focus of this role is to support the career outcomes of our MBA programs within Daniels through coaching, workshops, networking, and industry relations, to prepare students and alumni for competitive internships and full-time opportunities. The Associate Director will be a key connector between MBA students and industry, with the ability to strengthen the talent pipeline between Daniels and top organizations. This full-time role is ideal for someone with strong business acumen and a passion for mentoring the next generation of business leaders.

Requirements

Understanding of careers typically pursued by graduate business students and early career professionals with an ability to mentor, manage, and coach individuals about those careers
Ability to interact with corporate recruiters and industry partners to facilitate the successful recruitment of MBA students and a strong understanding of the college recruiting process
Proven customer service orientation with the ability to resolve issues and respond to inquiries professionally
Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with team members and stakeholders
Strong organizational and planning skills, including the ability to independently prioritize work, set goals and enforce deadlines, while maintaining the flexibility to re-assess goals
Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform data tracking, strategic decisions and program enhancements
Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills
Possess the ability to communicate as well as develop and maintain relationships with students from a wide variety of backgrounds
Creative, innovative, and able to work independently and in a team with a high level of professionalism
Willingness to facilitate and lead public speaking events
Ability to effectively work with multiple databases and student platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Banner, 12Twenty, Learning Management Systems, etc.,)
Comfort with online webinar technology using audio, video and shared desktop applications (e.g., Zoom and Teams)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, management, finance, or related discipline
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a business setting or corporate function (e.g., finance, consulting, analytics, operations) or relevant experience in recruiting, outplacement, human resources, or talent management for business industries
Experience mentoring, managing, or coaching students or early-career professionals
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with students, faculty, employers, and alumni from unique backgrounds

Nice To Haves

MBA or related graduate degree, or 6+ years of relevant industry or functional experience in corporate recruiting, executive search, or graduate-level career development
Extensive knowledge of MBA level job search skills and recruiting processes
Strong professional network across one or more business sectors
Ability to facilitate and teach in an experiential learning environment
Understanding of career services platforms and best practices in employment outcomes data collection and reporting
Successful candidates will demonstrate initiative, strategic thinking, a service mindset, and a collaborative approach

Responsibilities

Career Coaching & Student Development Coach MBA students and alumni in one-on-one meetings and small groups on career planning, personal brand, elevator pitch, application materials, interviewing, networking, offer evaluation/negotiations, internship and job search strategies
Coach students and alumni in evaluating their goals, interests, and values; connecting them with relevant career resources and opportunities
Provide actionable feedback on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other application materials based on current market dynamics
Apply industry expertise to help students understand roles across functions such as finance, analytics, marketing, management, consulting, accounting, and operations
Track student progress, outreach, and engagement using tools like 12Twenty and Salesforce, utilize career services tools in coaching appointments, and assist with collecting student employment data for internships and full-time offers
In partnership with the MBA Programs team, manage all direct student communication/marketing regarding career programming, recruiting deadlines and events
In support of career coaching team, will coach non-MBA student populations as needed
Industry & Partner Engagement Collaborate, communicate, and build relationships directly with employers, alumni, and corporate partners to create recruiting opportunities primarily for our MBA population
Continuously deepen knowledge on industry best practices for recruiting and sourcing graduate-level talent
Partner proactively with Employer Relations team to generate interest and awareness of students from all MBA programs and to facilitate hiring and networking opportunities
Promote MBA talent and cultivate relationships with corporate recruiters, hiring managers, and alumni to open doors to internships and full-time roles in the Denver area and beyond
Partner with the MBA Programs unit in developing relevant career programming such as site visits, orientation sessions, and skills workshops
Strategic & Programmatic Focus Develop, deploy and manage strategic initiatives with the intended outcomes of improving MBA student engagement and competencies, industry connectivity, and partnership opportunities
Benchmark and assess the effectiveness of career services activities, programs and resources through data collection and analysis to inform new initiatives and improve service delivery
Participate in events and programming for all Daniels students and alumni that drive the visibility of career services and promote future engagement
The position is accountable to participate in the collection of data and outcome reporting to AACSB, NACE, CSEA, and other rankings surveys for post-graduation outcomes