Director of Career Development and Employer Engagement

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive career support strategy focused on career readiness, internships, and graduate outcomes.
• Supervise and evaluate Office of Career Readiness staff, including Graduate Assistants and Career Navigators.
• Build strategic partnerships with employers, alumni, and community organizations to expand internship pipelines and job placement.
• Collaborate with faculty to embed NACE competencies into academic programs.
• Organize regional career fairs, networking events, and employer panels.
• Manage career technology platforms such as Handshake and various assessment tools.
• Oversee departmental budgets, promotional efforts, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in career development or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and data analysis/assessment.
• Strong background in student career advising and coaching.
• Exceptional public speaking and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) including 160 hours annually plus additional sick time.
• 20 paid holidays, including a 10-day winter break.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with immediate 100% vesting and university contributions.
• Tuition benefits for employees and qualifying family members.
• Additional perks including pet insurance and travel discounts.

About the Company

Located in Rindge, NH, Franklin Pierce University provides a welcoming and inclusive community with a personalized approach to learning. The University is known for its growing health professions programs, career-readiness capacity, and reputation as an NCAA Division II athletics powerhouse.