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The University of Chicago

Associate Director, Career Management

Salary$75k – $90k
LocationCharles M. Harper Center
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience5–7 yrs
DepartmentBooth Career Services FT: Career Management
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJul 10, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live6h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have2
College or university degree in related field
5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Nice to have13
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree in business, counseling, or related field
Background in business or higher education
Understanding and knowledge of, or demonstrated interest in, business careers
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching or counseling skills
An understanding of and appreciation for the needs and concerns of a diverse MBA student body
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills
Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes
Excellent strategic planning, project management, critical thinking, analytical, and relationship management skills
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meet strict deadlines, and handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically in an interdependent, matrixed team environment
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach
Eligibility2
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization
Work a minimum three days per week in the office
Skills
MS Office
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement
Paid time off
Department
Booth Career Services FT: Career Management
About the Department
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.
Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.
As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University’s core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment. For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job Summary
The Associate Director, Career Management is part of a global Career Services team providing career management support to Chicago Booth MBA students. The Associate Director primarily functions as a coach and educator for Chicago Booth’s 1,300 full-time MBA students, based at Harper Center on the main University of Chicago Campus. As a coach, the Associate Director provides one-on-one and small group support for all phases of the career and job search lifecycle. As an educator, the Associate Director creates and delivers innovative career management programming including large classroom, experiential learning and special events, and via e-learning such as webinars and designed instructional tools. The Associate Director also works on special projects and initiatives, and partners closely with student organizations on career management and recruiting support.
Legal
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.
Responsibilities
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Coaches domestic and international full-time MBA students on pertinent career management and job search skills appropriate for the full range of MBA-level business careers in one-on-one, small and large group settings, in-person and virtually. Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of career research databases and shares that knowledge with relevant constituencies. The Associate Director is a generalist, coaching first-year and second-year MBA students across industries.
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Career Education Programs - conceptualizes, innovates, develops, and delivers career management programming, such as large lectures, workshops, seminars, panel discussions, special events, etto groups of 5-650 students. Leverages learning technologies in designing and delivering career content to support students. Solicits and analyzes student feedback and evaluations, and helps strategize with the broader Career Management team, student organizations, and/or other Booth staff to determine program offerings and innovations.
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Student Organization Partnership - consults and partners with several functional, industry, regional, and affinity student groups to guide in planning and delivering career management-related programming to support recruiting needs. Accompanies students on treks to employers.
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Special Projects and Initiatives - manages or leads various special projects/programs that provide career related support or strategic initiatives to address the needs of special constituencies. Partners across team and colleagues in developing and implementing innovative initiatives.
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Continually develops and maintains knowledge of MBA functions and industries that target MBA students for recruiting. Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to the MBA job search and incorporates tips/advice into coaching students, and in developing career programming.
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Collaborates and partners with industry-specific Employer Relations colleagues to build industry knowledge for use in coaching and career management program development. Accompanies relationship managers on firm visits as needed, to build knowledge and share student feedback with employers.
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Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to job searches. Assesses student feedback and evaluations and collaborates with other career services staff members, student organizations, or other staff to determine program offerings and innovations.
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Researches organizations that are hiring and partners with a wide variety of employers to ensure recruitment strategies meet their needs. Maintains contact with a portfolio of employers to serve as their dedicated Career Advancement liaison.
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Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree.
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Master’s degree in business, counseling, or related field.
Experience:
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Background in business or higher education. Understanding and knowledge of, or demonstrated interest in, business careers.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
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Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Preferred Competencies
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Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching or counseling skills.
•
An understanding of and appreciation for the needs and concerns of a diverse MBA student body.
•
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
•
Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
•
Excellent strategic planning, project management, critical thinking, analytical, and relationship management skills.
•
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meet strict deadlines, and handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously, with frequent interruptions.
•
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically in an interdependent, matrixed team environment, specifically with colleagues, students, faculty, and corporate contacts.
•
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
Working Conditions
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This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
Application Documents
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Resume/CV (required)
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Cover Letter (required)
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$75,000.00 - $90,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in theBenefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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