Job Description:
What if your industry experience could shape how students launch their careers?
Have you worked in an industry and found yourself mentoring interns, new hires, or colleagues alongthe way?
Hamilton College has long been a leader in higher education, with the Maurice Horowitch CareerCenter driving that impact. Through the launch of Career Communities, the Center has unified itsstrengths: industry-specific coaching and employer and alumni connections, and our foundationalcareer development curriculum, into a cohesive model that supports students from explorationthrough outcomes.
As we continue to evolve, we are seeking an Assistant or Associate Director, Career Development whobrings industry experience and perspective to help students connect their liberal arts education tomeaningful career paths.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in Finance/Consulting, Government andLaw, or Science/Tech/Analytics; however, candidates from all industry backgrounds are encouraged toapply.
The Role
This position blends career coaching with industry insight. You'll work closely with studentsduring their four years, helping them explore options, build skills, and navigate the transitionfrom college to career - while also drawing on your own professional experience to make thatprocess more concrete and accessible.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary career coach for students both exploring their career paths and within one of our eight career community industries
Help students assess their interests, skills, and values and connect them to potential career paths
Provide guidance on internships, jobs, and graduate school, including resumes, cover letters,interviewing, networking, and salary negotiation
Translate your industry knowledge into clear, practical advice on hiring processes, timelines,and expectations
Help students develop and execute long-term career strategies
Design and deliver workshops and programs that make industries and career pathways moreaccessible
Leverage professional networks and industry relationships to create meaningful connections, learning opportunities, and employer engagement for Hamilton students
Support students in using tools such as Handshake, LinkedIn, and My Hamilton Connect to buildconnections and pursue opportunities
Collaborate with colleagues on communications, programming, and curriculum development
Contribute to signature Career Center events and initiatives
Support a culture of access, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of career education
What You Bring
We're particularly interested in candidates who can bring the "real world" into careerconversations:
Required:
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus
2+ years of experience in a relevant industry (e.g., business, nonprofit, tech, healthcare, government, creative fields, etc.)
Understanding of how hiring works within a field (recruiting timelines, expectations, entrypoints)
Ability to translate professional experience into actionable guidance for students
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Interest in mentoring, coaching, or developing others
Preferred but not required:
Experience working with college students or in a higher education setting
Program planning, training, or client-facing experience
Comfort learning and leveraging new technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to enhance studentengagement and career education
Time Allocation:
What Makes This Role Unique
While the title is Career Development, this role is not purely generalist. You'll bring your ownexperience and perspective to help students better understand specific industries, career paths,and how to access them.
We'll teach you career coaching - you bring the industry perspective.
Compensation Range:
$62,354 - $66,000 per year
EEO Policy:
Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpointsas integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.
Benefits:
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