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

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$145K - $185K *

Transform the Faculty's administrative strategy and operations by providing executive leadership, aligning resources with academic priorities, and driving organizational change to enhance effectivenes...

London, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Shape organizational success by partnering with leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, driving talent development, and enhancing employee engagement for a high-performance culture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Empower organizational success by aligning HR strategies with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance talent development, drive engagement, and foster a high-performance culture while navi...

Indiana, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion the growth of enrollment services by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional support to prospective and enrolled students while achieving departmental goals...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of a centralized clinical training program while overseeing employee health initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to establish standards for onboarding and competency validatio...

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

$200K - $320K *

Champion transformative healthcare by leading care management initiatives, enhancing quality and access across services. Collaborate with leadership to optimize operations, improve patient outcomes, a...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $115K *

Lead HR services with a focus on employee relations, benefits, and training, guiding a team to support organizational growth. Oversee compliance and foster a culture of development across multiple loc...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Lead and mentor a team of Physical Therapists while enhancing patient care and clinic operations. Drive growth and foster a positive environment in a supportive, high-performing clinic culture focused...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead global HR strategy and execution across a multi-entity organization, collaborating with executives to drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and employee relations for sustainable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $90K *

Drive strategic employer engagement initiatives to enhance internship and job opportunities for students. Collaborate with campus partners to cultivate relationships, manage recruiting programs, and l...

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $227K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

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

$85K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that oversees the operations of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care setting. Drive service excellence through efficient foodservice management, promote team development, and enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance partner referral programs, driving growth and collaboration across channels. Shape experiences that build partner confidence and optimize referral opportuniti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Create and lead innovative partner referral strategies to enhance growth and engagement across diverse partner channels, ensuring a differentiated experience that drives referrals and strengthens rela...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading partner referral strategies that enhance growth and engagement across diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful programs and elevate par...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of partner growth by leading strategic initiatives that enhance referral programs, strengthen partner experiences, and drive collaboration across teams to maximize business impact and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic HR initiatives as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating business goals into effective talent strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $219K *

Unlock potential as you lead HR operations, shaping equitable hiring and retention strategies while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and student success...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and optimization of a vital connectivity ecosystem, ensuring secure, resilient networks across clinical, research, and academic environments to enhance patient outcomes and student...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.

  • What is the typical salary for a Director of Career Services?question toggle

    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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    Use Ladders to explore Director of Career Services and related leadership listings. Compare requirements, location, and compensation details, and apply to roles aligned with your experience.