Assistant Director - JSOM Career Management Center; CMC

Job Summary

This position is designed to support the specialized career development needs of Full‑Time MBA students. The role is fully dedicated to serving this population by developing, organizing, and delivering strategic networking and career opportunities with employers actively seeking MBA talent. The position operates within a fast‑paced, externally focused environment that emphasizes relationship‑building and employer engagement.

The role reports to the Associate Director of the Career Management Center and is physically based within the Jindal School of Management Career Management Center.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Three plus years relevant professional experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in corporate management, human resources, or recruiting.
• Extensive experience in corporate, HR, or talent acquisition environments.
• Strong knowledge of career development, career counseling, job search strategies, and current job market trends.
• Demonstrated experience in employer relations, contemporary recruitment practices, and career services trends.

• Knowledge of corporate business practices, employer expectations, MBA hiring processes, and current career development and recruitment trends.
• Ability to establish credibility and trust with MBA students and effectively guide career decision‑making.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including advanced resume and professional document development.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently with initiative, self‑motivation, and minimal supervision; exhibits persistence and a results‑driven mindset.
• Expertise in training, education, curriculum development, and instructional design for professional and career development programming.
• Proven ability to design, build, and sustain career programs, initiatives, and momentum from concept through execution.
• Experience in business development, client relationship management, employer engagement, and consistent professional networking.
• Demonstrated ability to present, teach, persuade, and influence effectively in both individual and group settings.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track data, analyze performance, and report outcomes using metrics and KPIs.
• Ability to work effectively with challenging individuals and manage high‑pressure or stressful situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Broad understanding of business functions and industries, with the ability to translate that knowledge into meaningful career guidance and employer partnerships.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Work with students to identify career direction based on individual goals, marketability, and current job market trends.
• Create and deliver programs and events that educate student groups on industry insights, job search strategies, and professional development.
• Participate fully in Summer Academy and provide support for MBA Lead Camp (two‑week Full‑Time MBA training program in August).
• Guide students in developing high‑quality resumes, Linked In profiles, cover letters, company target lists, and job search timelines; collaborate with MBA Career Coaches to ensure quality and consistency across all Full‑Time MBA deliverables.
• Track and monitor individual student progress and communicate status related to internship and full‑time employment opportunities.
• Assess and understand the needs of Full‑Time MBA students and proactively identify internship and full‑time employment opportunities aligned with those needs.
• Collaborate with the MBA team to identify employer‑specific opportunities and ensure…