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The Center for Career & Life Planning (CCLP) at Rollins College is seeking an Assistant Director of Career Exploration to join their team! The Assistant Director of Career Exploration is a full-time staff member whose primary responsibility is to develop, implement, manage, and assess a portfolio of career exploration and experiential learning programs, including mentoring, flash mentoring, networking, career immersions, job shadowing, and other initiatives that support students’ professional growth and career readiness. The position serves as a resource for assigned Career Communities, cultivates partnerships with alumni, employers, faculty, and campus partners, and creates meaningful opportunities for students to explore career pathways, expand their professional networks, and engage with Career Champions.

The Center for Career & Life Planning (CCLP) at Rollins College is building a nationally recognized, innovative model for a liberal arts career center, one that is distinguished by the depth of its partnerships, the quality and accessibility of its experiential learning opportunities, and its ability to create personalized pathways that connect students’ interests, strengths, academic experiences, and aspirations to meaningful lives and careers. We aspire to be a leading and award-winning center that serves as a model for excellence in career and life planning within the liberal arts and beyond, while continually using data, emerging technologies, employer insights, and innovative practices to anticipate the changing world of work and prepare Rollins students to thrive in it.

• Career Exploration, Communities & Advising
  • Provide individualized career advising to students and alumni across all phases of career development, including self-assessment, major and career exploration, industry and occupational research, internship planning, job and internship search strategies, networking, graduate and professional school preparation, and career decision-making.
  • Serve as the primary lead and resource for assigned Career Communities, staying current on industry trends, career pathways, recruiting practices, and the evolving impact of AI on careers and the workforce.
  • Educate students, faculty, and staff by sharing career resources, industry insights, employment opportunities, and emerging trends related to assigned Career Communities.
  • Strive to reach and positively impact every Rollins student throughout their college experience by providing personalized guidance and opportunities that support their career development and preparation for life after graduation.
  • Develop and facilitate career-related programs, workshops, networking events, and experiential opportunities that support students pursuing careers within assigned Career Communities.
  • Collaborate with Career & Life Planning colleagues, faculty, employers, alumni, and campus partners to advance student engagement and contribute to the success of the broader Career Communities framework.
• High Impact Programs & Partnerships
  • Develop, implement, and continuously enhance a portfolio of career exploration and experiential learning programs, including mentoring, networking, career immersions, job shadowing, pre-med observerships, and other initiatives that foster student engagement, professional growth, and career readiness.
  • Oversee the Career Champions suite of programs, including the Career Champions Mentor Program, Champion in Residence, Chat with a Champ, flash mentoring, and related networking initiatives that connect students with alumni, employers, and professionals.
  • Manage program operations, including participant recruitment, communications, training, logistics, facilitation, assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement.
  • Cultivate collaborative partnerships with alumni, faculty, campus partners, and community organizations to expand career exploration and experiential learning opportunities.
  • Assess student needs, program effectiveness, and emerging trends to strengthen existing initiatives and identify opportunities for innovation and growth.
• Supervision
  • Hire, train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate graduate assistants, student employees, and Relationship Managers supporting career exploration initiatives.
  • Provide leadership and professional development for student staff, including primary supervision of the Graduate Assistant for Career Exploration.
• Departmental & Institutional Engagement
  • Advance departmental and institutional priorities through collaborative programs, partnerships, and student engagement initiatives.
  • Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Enhance competencies related to career development, accessibility, belonging, and student engagement while integrating new knowledge into departmental programs and services.
  • Represent the Center for Career & Life Planning through campus partnerships, professional associations, conferences, and community engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, human resources, organizational leadership, or a related field.

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with department constituents including faculty, staff, students, alumni, employers, parents, and vendors, while establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of today's world of work and its relationship to student’s academic preparation.
• Experience working with and building relationships with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with latest trends, legal issues and best practices pertaining to experiential learning, career development, job search and social media/marketing strategies.
• Understanding and familiarity with multiple areas of professional development pertaining to career exploration, application and interview processes, including job searching, resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing techniques.
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate programs that engage a wide range of audiences, including traditionally and non-traditionally aged students, alumni, parents, employers, faculty and staff.
• Knowledge, skill and proficiency in using a variety of computer software programs including Word, Excel,
• Access, and various social media platforms.
• Ability to analyze information and make judgment-based decisions.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

• Campus-based, in-person customer service role, working in an office environment.
• Regular use of a computer and databases.
• Flexible scheduling and must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet department needs.

• 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter ParkSunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando:Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package.

At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.

Rollins College is an equal opportunityinstitution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit.

All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

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