Lead Career Strategy Specialist
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Department:
Fisher College | Career Services
As part of the Office of Career Management, the MBA Lead Career Strategy Specialist in coordination with the Senior Director serves as the strategic lead and architect for MBA and WPMBA career management services, overseeing the entire student lifecycle from orientation through post-graduate outcomes while ensuring program quality, success, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively monitors shifts in the labor market such as AI-assisted screening, industry trends, and employer expectations, translating those insights into updated programming, coaching frameworks, and employer engagement strategies.
- Leads Fisher’s signature programs such as Career Pathways, Career Treks, Industry Immersion, and Employer Panels that deepen students’ sector-specific knowledge and create a competitive advantage in the MBA hiring market, while introducing new processes, metrics, and models that elevate the institution’s overall career programming.
- Works cross-functionally with college and university partners such as MBA Student Relations to align with institutional goals and expectations.
- Supports employer and alumni engagement by cultivating strategic relationships, expanding recruiting pipelines, facilitating mentorship opportunities, and ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of employment outcomes for benchmarking, accreditation, and long-term strategic planning.
- Provides high-impact, individualized and cohort-based coaching to MBA and WPMBA students on internships, MBA recruiting cycles, career pivots, and leadership positioning, including executive presence, career narrative development, experienced-hire expectations, and compensation negotiation.
- Incorporates evidence-based assessments, individual development planning, and structured reflection to help students align their strengths, values, and goals with realistic market opportunities, while anticipating challenges such as economic fluctuations, recruiting volatility, and non-traditional or transitioning career paths.
- Leads the MBA Career Coaching team, setting performance expectations, delivering ongoing feedback, and supporting professional development to keep staff current on business trends, employer needs, and modern coaching methodologies.
- Models proactive leadership, fosters innovation, and guides the team through complex student scenarios, including international recruiting strategies and significant career pivots.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Higher Education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 6 years’ experience in career advising, student development, or a related area.
- Outstanding communication skills with individuals and large groups.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and duties simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong ability to connect with people and build relationships.
- Knowledge of online education platforms.
- Proficiency with technology tools including Canvas (or similar), Handshake (or similar), Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Familiarity with career development theory.
- Understanding of the graduate career management industry.
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree and 8-12 years of experience in a higher education setting, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- Experience in corporate learning and development, talent acquisition, or human resources.
- Experience working with graduate students.
- Experience working with employers seeking MBA talent.
Additional Information
The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, and internal equity.
Location: Gerlach Hall (0250)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
To apply, please visit https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/MBA-Lead-Career-Strategy-Specialist_R151542-1
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
