Director of Career Services Jobs

Explore Director of Career Services opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors shape career development programs, connect students and alumni with employers, and lead teams focused on meaningful employment outcomes.

What Does a Director of Career Services Do?

Directors oversee career counseling, career education, recruiting programs, and employer engagement. Depending on the organization, they may serve students, alumni, executives, or other professional communities. Their work often includes setting strategy, managing staff and budgets, building partnerships, and using outcomes data to improve services.

Common Responsibilities

  • Lead career services strategy, operations, and program development.
  • Manage and coach career advisors, program staff, and other team members.
  • Build relationships with employers, recruiters, alumni, and academic or business leaders.
  • Oversee career counseling, workshops, events, recruiting, and digital resources.
  • Track engagement and employment outcomes, then use insights to guide improvements.
  • Manage budgets, policies, and service delivery across teams or locations.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly value leadership experience in career services, talent development, higher education, recruiting, or a related field. Strong candidates bring strategic planning, people management, communication, and relationship-building skills, along with the ability to assess programs using data. Familiarity with career platforms, employer recruiting practices, and relevant labor-market trends can also be helpful.

Find Director of Career Services Roles on Ladders

Search Ladders for Director of Career Services jobs and related leadership opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to identify roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$258K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care, managing diverse patient needs, and collaborating with clinical teams. Engage in continuous learning and utilize your clinical tra...

Hoboken, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$252K - $283K *

Contribute to patient care by managing diverse needs, conducting visits, and collaborating with teams. Engage in continuous learning and utilize your clinical training while supervising colleagues in...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$253K - $284K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse patient needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Engage in continuous learning and supervise colleagues while...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$273K - $307K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse patient needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Supervise colleagues while engaging in continuous learning an...

Darien, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $182K *

Drive demand planning excellence by leading the Americas team, collaborating across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy and integrated business planning. Transform scenario planning capabilities...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing EpicCare Ambulatory workflows. Collaborate with clinicians to enhance EHR functionality, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless operations across heal...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $99K *

Drive university-level external communications, focusing on media relations, digital graphics, and social media strategy. Supervise a team to ensure cohesive brand messaging and enhance institutional...

Omaha, NERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$196K - $243K *

Lead the charge in cross-functional delivery, managing prioritization and execution across diverse teams. Drive organizational effectiveness while fostering collaboration and trust, ensuring initiativ...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $113K *

Transform policy initiatives by leading cross-divisional efforts to enhance operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to develop strategic goals and implement impactful prog...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $231K *

Elevate nonclinical toxicology operations by managing study execution, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to advance innovative therapies for sleep-wake disorders. Drive acc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $201K *

Drive growth and optimize sales strategies by leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Foster relationships with clients and develop training programs to enhance performance, contributing to market expan...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $210K *

Transform workforce data into actionable insights by leading People programs, systems, and analytics. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $110K *

Create impactful training solutions that enhance fleet readiness by transforming system updates and requirements into effective educational materials for Navy personnel, leveraging your expertise in s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Transform community engagement by developing outreach programs and educational initiatives. Lead strategic relationships and enhance member experiences through effective communication and evaluation o...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in a dynamic office environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to project success while ensuring high standards of accu...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Champion compliance initiatives by developing programs and training materials, ensuring adherence to regulations across UPMC. Collaborate with various departments to mitigate risks and enhance ethical...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$107K - $171K *

Transform your career by leading the governance and enhancement of our Workday platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment, while optimizing solution...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by partnering with the CEO to drive strategic initiatives, optimize operations, and enhance organizational effectiveness. You'll tackle complex challenges, support executive decisi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$174K - $261K *

Lead a dynamic sales team driving strategic growth in health care markets. Utilize your deep experience in sales and leadership to coach and mentor Account Executives on complex sales cycles, position...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $190K *

Lead the charge in applying AI and data science to drive client value. Build prototypes and mentor teams while engaging with clients at all levels. Shape tech strategies, foster innovation, and delive...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $115K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading and mentoring a dynamic ECM team, ensuring comprehensive patient care and adherence to individualized plans, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$252K - $315K *

Champion psychiatric practice excellence by developing standards and frameworks, enhancing clinician support, and driving quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient outcomes and operational ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion enterprise-wide operational excellence by leading Central Operations, integrating reliability, training, and innovation to enhance performance, reduce risk, and drive measurable results acros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $223K *

Champion creative excellence by leading innovative strategies for major energy clients. Collaborate with diverse teams to craft compelling campaigns across multiple platforms, driving impactful storyt...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Career Services do?question toggle

    A Director of Career Services leads career development programs and teams, oversees advising and recruiting services, builds employer relationships, and evaluates outcomes for the community they serve.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Director of Career Services jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant leadership experience in career services, higher education, recruiting, or talent development. Strategic planning, staff management, communication, and data-informed decision-making are commonly valued.

  • Where do Directors of Career Services work?question toggle

    These leaders may work at colleges and universities, business schools, professional or workforce-development organizations, and other institutions that provide career support.

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    Pay varies by employer, location, organization size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary and compensation details.

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