Supports career services operations, supervises and develops staff, coaches students and graduates, delivers employment workshops, builds employer relationships, organizes recruiting events, tracks placement outcomes, and maintains accreditation-compliant records. Partners with department leadership to achieve graduate placement goals and support student career success.
Job Summary & ResponsibilitiesPay Range
We're looking for an Assistant Director of Career Services to help lead our career services operations and drive graduate employment outcomes. This role combines hands-on career coaching with operational leadership--you'll work directly with students and graduates while also training and developing our career services team.
You'll partner with the Director of Career Services to oversee day-to-day operations, manage staff, and ensure we're meeting placement goals. This is a role for someone who can balance strategic thinking with execution, and who thrives in an environment where results matter.
Responsibilities of an Assistant Director of Career Services
- Support the Director of Career Services in managing department operations and achieving placement targets
- Train, develop, and supervise career services support staff
- Provide one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates
- Delivery of workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and professional development
- Build and maintain relationships with local employers to create job opportunities
- Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training
- Plan and execute on-campus job fairs, employer presentations, and recruiting events
- Track graduate employment outcomes and maintain contact until successful placement
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with accreditation standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to support student and graduate success
Requirements of an Assistant Director of Career Services
- 2+ years of relevant Career Services experience
- Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding placement goals
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong communication skills--comfortable presenting to groups and building relationships
- Operational mindset with strong organizational and project management abilities
- Experience training and developing staff
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology platforms quickly
- Results-driven with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on graduate career outcomes while developing your leadership skills. You'll work in a dynamic environment where your contributions shape both individual success stories and departmental performance.
Full-Time Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Growth Opportunities
About Us
For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.
Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers
30-22440 — Asst Director Career Services-13004
$67,000 - $70,000 per year
Lincoln Tech Denver, Colorado, USA Office
11194 E 45th Avenue, Denver, United States, 80239
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