Associate Vice President, Career Services

The client is seeking a transformative leader to serve as the Associate Vice President of Career Services.This individual will play a pivotal role in reimagining the career development framework at the clients institution.The objective is to build a cohesive, outcome-focused infrastructure that aligns academic learning with workforce readiness, effectively engaging students, faculty, employers, and alumni.The ideal candidate will be required to balance centralized strategies with specific school needs, utilize data and technology, and foster strong collaborations with employers and alumni.The initial year will be crucial for evaluating current processes, introducing structural improvements, and establishing early successes that bolster confidence among relevant stakeholders.The new Associate Vice President is expected to be an innovative thinker who can leverage data, technology, and collaboration across sectors to design strategies that are adaptable to a rapidly changing workforce.They will be tasked with aligning academic programs with career outcomes and enhancing engagement across the clients community and external partners.This role includes building strong cross-campus alliances and implementing actionable insights while promoting equity, inclusion, and global career pathways.The goal is to elevate career readiness as a critical aspect of the student experience at the clients institution.In this role, the Associate Vice President will lead the development and oversight of a university-wide career services operation.This will involve collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including various academic and student affairs units, to craft a strategy that empowers students to create individualized career paths.A significant aspect of the job will be forming strong partnerships with alumni and employers to incorporate career readiness into the broader educational experience.The Associate Vice President will also spearhead initiatives to involve the alumni community in mentoring, networking, and recruiting efforts, ensuring a holistic approach to student career development and success.