Wake Forest University
Director of Career and Professional Development, School of Professional Studies
Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104
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Job Description Summary
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) is seeking an entrepreneurial, student-centered leader for the Inaugural Director of Career and Professional Development. This is a transformative and foundational opportunity for a strategic and operational leader to join an exciting academic endeavor, establish the vision for career services, and serve as a thought leader in graduate career outcomes for adult learners. The individual selected for this role will design and implement a robust, market-responsive career ecosystem that leverages the resources, expertise, and networks of both SPS and Wake Forest University. Essential Functions:
The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership in shaping comprehensive career support through the following core functions: Strategic Leadership & Innovation:
Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven career and professional development strategy that serves the full student lifecycle for adult and graduate learners. Program Design & Delivery:
Design, curate, and integrate an innovative portfolio of scalable career services, including 1:1 coaching, asynchronous modules, and virtual programs. Partnerships & Employer Engagement:
Cultivate and expand strategic relationships with industry partners, employers, alumni, and advisory boards to generate market-aligned programming, networking events, and job pathways. Technology & Assessment:
Oversee the implementation and use of learning platforms, AI-driven tools, and emerging technologies to deliver flexible resources to online and hybrid students. Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master’s degree in career development, counseling, business, HR, higher education, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in career counseling, workforce development, or talent management, preferably in higher education. Demonstrated success designing and delivering impactful career development programs and resources. Strong individual and group coaching skills, with experience applying career assessments. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across a complex organization. Familiarity with FERPA, NACE, and related professional standards. Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience serving adult learners and online/hybrid students. Proficiency with learning platforms, emerging technologies, and data analytics. Experience designing dashboards and reporting systems to track career outcomes. About the School of Professional Studies
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) is the newest school of Wake Forest University. SPS houses innovative graduate degree and non-degree programs, including certificates and other credentials, as well as relevant Executive Education courses, for working professionals. Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, the fifth fastest growing city in the U.S. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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The School of Professional Studies (SPS) is seeking an entrepreneurial, student-centered leader for the Inaugural Director of Career and Professional Development. This is a transformative and foundational opportunity for a strategic and operational leader to join an exciting academic endeavor, establish the vision for career services, and serve as a thought leader in graduate career outcomes for adult learners. The individual selected for this role will design and implement a robust, market-responsive career ecosystem that leverages the resources, expertise, and networks of both SPS and Wake Forest University. Essential Functions:
The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership in shaping comprehensive career support through the following core functions: Strategic Leadership & Innovation:
Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven career and professional development strategy that serves the full student lifecycle for adult and graduate learners. Program Design & Delivery:
Design, curate, and integrate an innovative portfolio of scalable career services, including 1:1 coaching, asynchronous modules, and virtual programs. Partnerships & Employer Engagement:
Cultivate and expand strategic relationships with industry partners, employers, alumni, and advisory boards to generate market-aligned programming, networking events, and job pathways. Technology & Assessment:
Oversee the implementation and use of learning platforms, AI-driven tools, and emerging technologies to deliver flexible resources to online and hybrid students. Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master’s degree in career development, counseling, business, HR, higher education, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in career counseling, workforce development, or talent management, preferably in higher education. Demonstrated success designing and delivering impactful career development programs and resources. Strong individual and group coaching skills, with experience applying career assessments. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across a complex organization. Familiarity with FERPA, NACE, and related professional standards. Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience serving adult learners and online/hybrid students. Proficiency with learning platforms, emerging technologies, and data analytics. Experience designing dashboards and reporting systems to track career outcomes. About the School of Professional Studies
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) is the newest school of Wake Forest University. SPS houses innovative graduate degree and non-degree programs, including certificates and other credentials, as well as relevant Executive Education courses, for working professionals. Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, the fifth fastest growing city in the U.S. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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