The Ohio State University

Sr. Director, Graduate Career Management

The Ohio State University$110K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of seven years in career management or related field with staff supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of career development theory and job search strategies.
  • Experience with Handshake and Microsoft 365.
  • Familiarity with AI-based career management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic delivery of career services initiatives for graduate students.
  • Develop policies and guidelines to support graduate student job searches.
  • Engage with national organizations and collaborate with internal partners.
  • Coach graduate students on career strategies and job opportunities.
  • Manage team hiring, training, and performance aligned with office goals.
  • Oversee Professional Pathways and Career Boost Networking Programs.
  • Utilize graduate data collection for assessing learning outcomes.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to university resources and alumni networks.
  • Engagement with national career services organizations.
  • Supportive team and collaborative work environment.
  • Involvement in innovative career development practices.
Full Job Description

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Job Title:
Sr. Director, Graduate Career Management

Department:
Fisher College | Career Services

The Senior Director, Graduate Career Management (M3) is responsible for leading the strategic delivery of innovative, and accessible career development, recruitment initiatives, and programming for graduate students aligned with market trends and national best practices while identifying new opportunities to expand the office’s footprint; developing policies, guidelines, and segmented approaches to support student job searches and connections to opportunities; and representing the Office of Career Management through engagement with national organizations and collaboration with internal leadership, academic partners, and cross-functional teams.

Along with developing the strategic vision for the office this role has the opportunity to provide high-impact student coaching by advising individuals on career strategies, maintaining relationships with alumni and IICC members and expanding a working knowledge of industry and recruiting trends while guiding staff in building strong employer and alumni connections to enhance outcomes; leading and managing Professional Pathways and Career Boost Networking Programs and expanding the office’s use of evidence based practices using graduate data collection programs to asses measurable learning outcomes.

The Sr. Director supervises and develops a team of full-time staff and students by overseeing hiring, training, goal setting, and performance management that align with office and college goals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field of study, or equivalent experience. A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in career management or a comparable area (e.g., college recruiting or career development), with demonstrated experience supervising staff within a career services office. Familiarity with career development theory and practices and effective job search strategy development. Familiarity and experience with Handshake, Microsoft 365, and up-to-date AI -based interview, resume and career management platforms.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree preferred with 12 years of relevant experience. Experience working with graduate-level business students.

Additional Information:

The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:Gerlach Hall (0250)

Position Type:Regular

Scheduled Hours:40

Shift:First Shift

About The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University (OSU) is a public research university located in Columbus, Ohio. It was founded in 1870 and is one of the largest universities in the United States, with over 68,000 students enrolled across its main campus and regional campuses. OSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including business, engineering, education, law, medicine, and the arts and sciences. The university is known for its strong research programs, particularly in the areas of agriculture, engineering, and medicine. OSU is also home to several museums, including the Wexner Center for the Arts and the Ohio State University Museum of Art.
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