Sr. Assistant Director, New Student Career Engagement

Leads the development, implementation, and expansion of FIGS courses focused on self-discovery and career exploration, including the introduction and scaling of FIGS offerings across both fall and spring semesters. Designs and refines curriculum aligned with career readiness competencies and institutional learning outcomes. Oversees course delivery infrastructure, including learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), scheduling, and coordination with academic and student success partners. Establishes instructional standards, ensures quality and consistency across sections, and supports the scaling of the program to serve an increased number of first-year students. Provides oversight of spring FIGS operations, including coordination of additional course sections, supervision and support of Peer Instructors, and management of course administration processes.

Directs the Intern for a Day (IFAD) program, including employer engagement, student recruitment and selection, experience design, and program assessment. Establishes and maintains partnerships with employers and campus stakeholders to expand access to early career exposure opportunities. Leads the Discovery & Exploration Career Community by developing and implementing programming that introduces students to career pathways, industry trends, and experiential learning opportunities. Collaborates with academic and student success partners to integrate career exploration into the broader first-year experience and develops scalable engagement strategies that increase student participation and access.

Provides individual and group career advising to first-year students and those exploring academic and career pathways. Guides students through self-assessment, major and career exploration, and early career decision-making. Develops and facilitates workshops and group programming that support career exploration and skill development. Utilizes labor market data, career assessments, and institutional resources to inform advising strategies and support student success.

Supervises a Program Coordinator, graduate staff, and undergraduate Peer Instructors, including recruitment, selection, training, and performance management. Provides coaching and professional development, facilitates team meetings, and ensures alignment with program goals. Oversees course administration, including grade submission, student issue resolution, and compliance with university policies. Manages payroll processes and ensures adherence to student employment guidelines.

Participates in departmental, divisional, and university-wide meetings and initiatives. Engages in ongoing professional development and represents Rutgers through conference presentations, publications, or contributions to professional associations (e.g., NACE, EACE). Performs additional duties as assigned.

To be considered for the assistant director position, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Experience and Education: UHR requires a Bachelor’s degree with five years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with three years of relevant experience.  Experience within a career services or higher education setting is preferred. Experience organizing first-year transition courses is also preferred.
2. Skills and Competencies: The incumbent must have a student-focused orientation with exceptional advising skills, knowledge of career development theory, and career assessment interpretation, as well as good organizational, presentation, administrative, and computer skills. Requires a high-energy level and receptivity to change is also important.