Location: Boulder, Colorado
City:
Boulder
State: Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full-Time
Posting Close Date: 29-Apr-2026
Date Posted:
17-Apr-2026
Job Summary
The Leeds School of Business welcomes applications for an Assistant Director of
Graduate Career Management! Reporting to the Director of Graduate Career Management, the Assistant Director is primarily responsible for
taking a leadership role in providing job search skill enhancement and assistance to full-time MBAs, professional MBAs, and MS students. The
position encompasses significant leadership in helping to develop classes of graduate students who have a clear plan and focus around their
professional goals, since their success in the marketplace is a metric that the school places high value upon. This position is responsible
for managing and supporting Graduate business students throughout their job search process and contributing to the Graduate Career
Management program. The Assistant Director acts as a leader of student development activities and continually refines a realistic,
implementable job search strategy that leads to a successful internship and permanent employment trajectory. This role will also be
responsible for developing and implementing programs and workshops in assigned areas of the job or internship search, such as interviewing,
resume writing or negotiation.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
At Leeds, we have an outstanding vantage point, and while we’re
located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, we’re not talking about the scenery. Set in the heart of Boulder, Colorado-one of the nation’s
most vibrant business communities-Leeds offers unparalleled access to world-changing entrepreneurs, national research institutions and
award-winning faculty!
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Career Strategist
- Lead one-on-one coaching and advising with students in full-time and professional MBA and MS programs.
- Act as a
professional career coach for this graduate population, noting the more advanced experience level of these students. - Manage all
aspects of Graduate career strategies and develop feedback mechanisms to ensure positive outcomes. - Provide leadership around
individually-tailored counseling, feedback and assistance to students over the duration of their graduate program, understanding important
challenges of one-year programs. - Create and supervise a coaching career plan for each student’s development and continually refine
a realistic job strategy work plan for full-time employment; actively monitor each student’s progress against career goals; and provide
guidance in the achievement of those goals. - Lead group sessions on professional development, acting as the Career Leader for these
aspiring professionals. - Collect and report on student career outcomes.
Program Management
- Design
and conduct workshops, training sessions, and lectures on various career-planning topics being sure to deliver a highly professional level. - Assist with development and delivery of the Professional Development workshop series.
- Support the Leeds MS Analytics and
MBA Mentoring Programs. - Lead other career-related activities (i.e. off-site interviewing, career fairs, and receptions).
- Additional responsibilities are varied, but feature supporting the Director with projects and assignments which include, but are
not limited to: event planning and execution, preparation and reporting of placement statistics, development of relevant reports on
corporate engagement, student success, etc.
Corporate and Student Outreach
- Collaborate with the Director
in the development and execution of an outreach strategy to target new organizations that will recruit Leeds Graduate students. - Develop relationships with corporate leaders and recruiters/representatives as a means to understand how to better counsel and
prepare students for particular jobs/industries, and coordinate and facilitate the production and distribution of appropriate
documents.
What You Should Know
- This role offers a hybrid work modality with a minimum of three days in
the office per week. The approximate schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Occasional evenings (approximately 4-6 instances per semester) will
be required to support Graduate Program events and advance notice of these events will be given.
What We Can Offer
- The annual hiring range for this position is $62,400-$70,000. Relocation is available for eligible
candidates.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our
comprehensive benefits package includes
medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor
recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be
Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor’s degree in business or closely related field from an accredited
institution, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - 3+ years of experience in career services, MBA recruiting, or
a related business field managing complex projects and/or caseloads.
What You Will Need
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to take initiative.
- Demonstrated digital literacy including proficiency
using spreadsheets and databases. - Ability to collaborate with various partners and team members.
- Ability to provide
exceptional service to internal and external customers and clients. - Ability to build rapport and work in a collaborative
manner. - Discretion and independent judgment, with only general supervision in performing normal day-to-day work (the full range of
professional tasks). Ability to provide independent coaching to students. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
applications. - Superior customer service skills when interacting professionally with corporate recruiters, students, faculty,
administrators, and staff exercising tact, discretion, and judgment in all areas of work. - Promotes creating an inclusive environment
to reflect our values and vision at Leeds.
What We Would Like You to Have
- A master’s degree in business
administration or closely related field from an accredited institution. - Industry experience working in finance or consulting is a
plus. - Experience supporting international students.
- 5+ years’ experience in career services, MBA recruiting, or a related
business field managing complex projects and/or caseloads.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit
the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience
align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by April 29th, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via
email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the
Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date
of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
