Confidential
Associate Vice President, Career Development
About the Company
Well-known private liberal arts college
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1826
Employees
501-1000
Categories
Education
Colleges & Universities
Lafayette College
About the Role The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Career Development to lead and inspire a team of professionals dedicated to shaping the career education experience for students. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering a comprehensive, four-year career education model that prepares graduates to excel in a global workforce influenced by technology and innovation. This role involves forging strong partnerships with faculty, staff, and employers to ensure that career readiness is integrated with academic inquiry and to expand opportunities for experiential learning. The AVP will also be instrumental in realizing the company's strategic plan, with a focus on preparing career-ready graduates who are critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and purpose-driven leaders.
Applicants for the AVP position at the company should have a master's degree (terminal degree preferred) and a minimum of ten years' leadership experience in career services, student affairs, or a related field. The role requires a candidate with a deep understanding of liberal arts education, current career development models, and a commitment to inclusive excellence. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, visionary leader with a futuristic orientation, capable of fostering collaborative partnerships and engaging with external stakeholders. Key attributes include being a student-centered, enthusiastic educator, and an accessible, transparent, and ethical leader. The AVP will be expected to have a proven track record in staff development, and supervision, and to be adept at leading organizational change in response to evolving educational and workforce trends. Hiring Manager Title Vice President for Student Life Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Human Resources Education/Academic Administration
About the Role The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Career Development to lead and inspire a team of professionals dedicated to shaping the career education experience for students. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering a comprehensive, four-year career education model that prepares graduates to excel in a global workforce influenced by technology and innovation. This role involves forging strong partnerships with faculty, staff, and employers to ensure that career readiness is integrated with academic inquiry and to expand opportunities for experiential learning. The AVP will also be instrumental in realizing the company's strategic plan, with a focus on preparing career-ready graduates who are critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and purpose-driven leaders.
Applicants for the AVP position at the company should have a master's degree (terminal degree preferred) and a minimum of ten years' leadership experience in career services, student affairs, or a related field. The role requires a candidate with a deep understanding of liberal arts education, current career development models, and a commitment to inclusive excellence. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, visionary leader with a futuristic orientation, capable of fostering collaborative partnerships and engaging with external stakeholders. Key attributes include being a student-centered, enthusiastic educator, and an accessible, transparent, and ethical leader. The AVP will be expected to have a proven track record in staff development, and supervision, and to be adept at leading organizational change in response to evolving educational and workforce trends. Hiring Manager Title Vice President for Student Life Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Human Resources Education/Academic Administration