Associate Director of Career & Professional Development, Lee Business School [R0153023]
About The Position
The Career & Professional Development Associate Director serves as a career coach and advisor for Lee Business School students, with a focus on graduate students and support for undergraduate students. The position provides individualized and group career coaching to help students select career paths, conduct job and internship searches, develop networking strategies, strengthen interviewing skills, and navigate other career-related challenges. The Associate Director designs and delivers career development workshops, classroom presentations, and professional programming that equip students with the long-term career management, adaptability, and employability skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving business environment. In addition, the position serves as a key liaison to employers and corporate partners, fostering recruiting relationships and connecting students with internship and full-time employment opportunities. Through these responsibilities, the position enhances career readiness, supports student success, and strengthens engagement between Lee Business School and the business community.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Counseling, MBA, or related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- 4 to 7 years of experience in university career services, recruitment & hiring, or career advising/coaching.
- Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Counseling, MBA, or related fields.
- 5 – 7 years of direct work experience in university career services.
Responsibilities
- Serves as a career coach and advisor for Lee Business School students, with a focus on graduate students and support for undergraduate students.
- Provides individualized and group career coaching to help students select career paths, conduct job and internship searches, develop networking strategies, strengthen interviewing skills, and navigate other career-related challenges.
- Designs and delivers career development workshops, classroom presentations, and professional programming.
- Serves as a key liaison to employers and corporate partners, fostering recruiting relationships and connecting students with internship and full-time employment opportunities.
- Enhances career readiness, supports student success, and strengthens engagement between Lee Business School and the business community.
Benefits
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
