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Director of Experiential Education and Career Development, Oakland

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor of Experiential Education, the Director leads the strategy, operations, and continuous improvement of experiential education and career development programs for the Oakland campus. A forward-thinking leader and problem solver, the Director builds high-performing teams, designs innovative and equitable experiences for a diverse student population, and drives efficiencies that allow the program to scale without sacrificing quality. The role is deeply collaborative partnering with faculty, college leadership, Academic Advising, and both Network and Central Co-op functions to deliver a seamless, well-supported student experience. The Director brings a data-informed approach to goal setting and accountability and leads with genuine curiosity and an unwavering commitment to the success of a predominantly first-year student population. This position will oversee 1-2 Associate Directors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in cooperative education, career services, or experiential learning in higher education, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team of professionals in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong employer engagement and relationship management skills, including experience with alumni networks, industry outreach, and employer site visits
• Familiarity with the advising and support needs of first-year students navigating early career experiences for the first time
• Strategic mindset with the ability to use data to inform decisions, set goals, and measure program outcomes
• Experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred) and comfort with data-driven reporting and analysis
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to represent the program credibly to academic leadership, employer partners, and university stakeholders
• Collaborative orientation and proven ability to work effectively across departments, colleges, campuses, and administrative units
• Professional experience in a corporate or industry setting preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice