AssistantAssociate Director, Career Development
Job Location:
Clinton, UT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description:
What if your industry experience could shape how students launch their careers
Have you worked in an industry and found yourself mentoring interns new hires or colleagues alongthe way
Hamilton College has long been a leader in higher education with the Maurice Horowitch CareerCenter driving that impact. Through the launch of Career Communities the Center has unified itsstrengths: industry-specific coaching and employer and alumni connections and our foundationalcareer development curriculum into a cohesive model that supports students from explorationthrough outcomes.
As we continue to evolve we are seeking an Assistant or Associate Director Career Development whobrings industry experience and perspective to help students connect their liberal arts education tomeaningful career paths.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in Finance/Consulting Government andLaw or Science/Tech/Analytics; however candidates from all industry backgrounds are encouraged toapply.
The Role
This position blends career coaching with industry insight. Youll work closely with studentsduring their four years helping them explore options build skills and navigate the transitionfrom college to career - while also drawing on your own professional experience to make thatprocess more concrete and accessible.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary career coach for students both exploring their career paths and within one of our eight career community industries
Help students assess their interests skills and values and connect them to potential career paths
Provide guidance on internships jobs and graduate school including resumes cover lettersinterviewing networking and salary negotiation
Translate your industry knowledge into clear practical advice on hiring processes timelinesand expectations
Help students develop and execute long-term career strategies
Design and deliver workshops and programs that make industries and career pathways moreaccessible
Leverage professional networks and industry relationships to create meaningful connections learning opportunities and employer engagement for Hamilton students
Support students in using tools such as Handshake LinkedIn and My Hamilton Connect to buildconnections and pursue opportunities
Collaborate with colleagues on communications programming and curriculum development
Contribute to signature Career Center events and initiatives
Support a culture of access equity and inclusion in all aspects of career education
What You Bring
Were particularly interested in candidates who can bring the real world into careerconversations:
Required:
Bachelors degree required; advanced degree a plus
2 years of experience in a relevant industry (e.g. business nonprofit tech healthcare government creative fields etc.)
Understanding of how hiring works within a field (recruiting timelines expectations entrypoints)
Ability to translate professional experience into actionable guidance for students
Strong communication presentation and relationship-building skills
Interest in mentoring coaching or developing others
Preferred but not required:
Experience working with college students or in a higher education setting
Program planning training or client-facing experience
Comfort learning and leveraging new technologies including AI-enabled tools to enhance studentengagement and career education
Time Allocation:
Career Advising & Student Engagement: 90%
Program Development & Implementation: 10%
What Makes This Role Unique
While the title is Career Development this role is not purely generalist. Youll bring your ownexperience and perspective to help students better understand specific industries career pathsand how to access them.
Well teach you career coaching - you bring the industry perspective.
Compensation Range:
$62354 - $66000 per year
EEO Policy:
Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences backgrounds and viewpointsas integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.
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Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Hamilton College is a private, liberal arts college in New York State that features a need-blind admission policy and an open curriculum.
