The USU Career Design Center seeks an Associate Director of Career Design & Integration. The Associate Director leads the integration of career education and professional development into the fabric of the institution. The Associate Director will drive a university-wide strategy to embed career education into the curriculum, empower faculty and staff to engage students in career design, and scale innovative, data-informed solutions that prepare students for meaningful careers.

The Associate Director of Career Design & Integration reports to the Executive Director of the Career Design Center. The Associate Director directly supervises 3 Career Design Specialists.

Review of applications will begin August 25 and continue until the position is filled.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah

Strategic Leadership & Integration – 25%:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to embed career design across the student lifecycle.
• Collaborate with academic colleges to design scalable, discipline-specific career readiness initiatives.
• Make data-informed decisions to align programming with student interests and industry trends.

Team Leadership & Supervision – 15%:

• Supervise and mentor 3 Career Design Specialists, providing guidance on student advising, faculty outreach, teaching, and programming.
• Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and support professional development for 3 Career Design Specialists.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to align team efforts with departmental strategy.

Course Management – 10%:

• Oversee the management of the Career Design Center's suite of career courses.
• Regularly update course content and offerings to ensure courses remain relevant based on student needs and industry trends.
• Hire, train, and oversee instructors for all courses.

Program Development & Campus Engagement – 40%:

• Collaborate with deans, associate deans, department heads, and other administrators to integrate career design into the academic experience for all undergraduate students.
• Expand and support the Career Design Champions Program, equipping faculty and staff to embed career learning outcomes and career readiness into their work.
• Guide the Career Design Fellows Steering Committee and the Career Learning Outcomes Working Group.
• Develop asynchronous, tech-enabled career design resources, including online modules and tools.
• Design targeted interventions based on student population needs and career readiness data.
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of career integration efforts using qualitative and quantitative metrics.

Administration – 10%:

• Assist the Executive Director with the creation and management of departmental budgets.
• Serve as an active University citizen by serving on committees, volunteering, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Career Development, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in career services, academic affairs, or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated experience with curriculum design.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform decision-making.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience supervising professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a large, decentralized university environment.
• Familiarity with career readiness frameworks (e.g., NACE Career Readiness Competencies).
• Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas or similar.
• Certification in CliftonStrengths.
• Project management experience.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The Career Design Center is dedicated to supporting students throughout their USU experience as they design the life and career they have always wanted. We help students identify careers and majors that align with their skills and interests, engage in experiential learning, and make the transition from college to career. From intake to graduation, students are supported through comprehensive services designed to prepare them for success after graduation.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 07/2025

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For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

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*updated 06/2025