Director of Career Services (Administrator II)

Company: Sonoma State University

Job Location: Sonoma

Category: Career Development and Services

Type: Full-Time

Job No: 545273

Work Type: Management (MPP)

Location: Sonoma

Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time

Exciting Opportunity at SSU!

Are you a forward-thinking leader passionate about student success and workforce readiness? Join Sonoma State University as the Director of Career Services and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of career development for our students.

In this exciting role, you will:

• Lead and Shape the Future: Provide visionary leadership for the Career Center, overseeing strategic planning, staff development, and innovative program delivery that aligns with the university's long-term commitment to student success and career readiness.
• Elevate Student Success: Develop and deliver inclusive, forward-thinking career education programs that integrate academic learning with real-world preparation and reflect the needs of today's students and employers.
• Build for Sustainability and Impact: Lead operational planning, budget oversight, and continuous improvement efforts that ensure Career Services is scalable, data-informed, and aligned with institutional and system-wide priorities.

Why Sonoma State?

• Be part of a vibrant community committed to diversity, sustainability, and excellence.
• Work in an environment where innovation and creativity are celebrated.
• Help students prepare to tackle the challenges of the 21st century and make a real impact in their communities.

Check out the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

If you're ready to lead transformational change and reimagine the future of career services at Sonoma State University, we invite you to join us in preparing the next generation of bold, career-ready graduates.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume by 8am on Monday, September 22nd.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $7,000 to $7,500 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. For more details, refer to the comprehensive benefits summary PDF.