Director of E3 and Career Development

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of E3 (Experiential, Engaged, and Entrepreneurial) and Career Development leads the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) career development ecosystem, integrating experiential learning, curriculum, advising, alumni, and employer engagement. The role advances a model that embeds career development into academic pathways, shifting from traditional one-on-one advising toward a more curriculum-connected and experiential approach. In partnership with college leadership and Cornell Career Services, the Director will design a scalable, equitable service model that leverages digital tools, cohort-based programming, and peer advising, while reserving individual appointments for advanced guidance. The role also leads efforts to ensure all students complete meaningful experiential learning and supports the development of micro-credentials aligned with academic and career pathways. This role advances a shift toward career development as a shared academic responsibility, ensuring students graduate with the experiences and skills needed for lifelong success. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Contract College position that is based in Ithaca, NY. This position follows a 4:1 campus-to-home hybrid work arrangement during the academic year and a 3:2 campus-to-home hybrid work arrangement during the summer. This hybrid work arrangement is subject to change at any time. Typical work hours are 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Thursday, and 8:00am to 3:30pm on Fridays. The Office of Student Services collaborates with CALS students to help define and navigate their undergraduate journey, offering a centralized hub of resources that unlock transformative opportunities aligned with their academic goals. Students receive comprehensive guidance and support across various areas, including academic advising, resource navigation, degree tracking, career planning, experiential learning (such as research, internships, and international programs), skill development, graduate school preparation, and job search strategies.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Must be proactive, persistent, resourceful, innovative and both a team leader and a team player
Proven leadership skills
Strategic thinking and priority setting are essential
Confidence to lead under dynamic conditions
High level of interpersonal skills, including experience maintaining positive relationships with various constituencies, such as students, employers, other staff, and the public
Significant management experience, including the ability to maintain a collaborative team environment that plays to strengths of individuals
Exhibit commitment and ability to foster professional growth and excellence among staff
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing
Must complete Cornell University Supervisory Development Training within one year of hire into the position
Compliant with all Cornell University and job-related training requirements
Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business, education or a related field and 5 years of experience
Knowledge of the fields within our college
Background in working with multiple disciplines and experience working in higher education
Experience working with high-level individuals to advance relationships
Proven experience connecting diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing practices to business goals

Responsibilities

Lead CALS’s integrated E3 and career development strategy
Embed career readiness into curriculum in partnership with faculty and departments
Design scalable, accessible career development programs and services
Oversee experiential learning initiatives and support a college-wide graduation requirement
Build and manage strategic employer partnerships aligned with workforce trends
Collaborate across the Cornell Career Network to align programs and priorities
Use data and assessment to improve access, outcomes, and student pathways
Supervise staff, oversee communications, and enhance systems and operations

Benefits

hybrid work arrangement
national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives
comprehensive health care options
generous retirement contributions
access to wellness programs
employee discounts with local and national retail brands
health and personal leave
three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1
two additional floating holidays
tuition-free Extramural Study
Employee Degree Program
tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program