Assistant/Associate Director of Career Services for the School of Communications

Title
Assistant/Associate Director of Career Services for the School of Communications

Position Type
Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week
Monday – Friday

Hours Per Week
40

VP Area
Strategic Initiatives

Department
Student Professional Development Center/Career Services

Location
Elon Main Campus

Position Summary
Serves as a career advisor within the School of Communications, providing professional development support to students and alumni through one‑on‑one appointments, drop‑in meetings, classroom presentations, and workshops. The role works closely with the Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations and the Director of Internships to develop and implement programs that help students successfully navigate career exploration and achieve their first professional destinations.

Benefits of Working at Elon

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses.

Tuition remission for approved graduate‑level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8% contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at the onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents after two years of service, and participation in the Tuition Exchange national scholarship program.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon extends its principles of diversity to race, gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. Employees respect human differences, uphold personal integrity, and strive for a service‑oriented ethos.

Minimum Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field. Minimum one year of related work experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
Experience in career services or academic advising in higher education, communications, or recruiting/human resources in industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience in higher education or industry preferred; outstanding oral and written communication skills essential. Ability to mentor undergraduates and coordinate/facilitate programs and events. Solid understanding of career development theory, job‑search strategies, and market trends for Communications majors. Strong relationship‑building and collaboration skills with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and senior administrators. High organization, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.

Job Duties

Meet one‑on‑one with undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni to provide career advising, including resume reviews, cover letter reviews, mock interviews, offer discussions, networking, job search, internship search, and career and major exploration.

Develop and deliver high‑quality programs, events, and workshops, including classroom presentations, to help Communications students explore majors, careers, networking, and internship or full‑time job searches.

Assist in creating marketing content, maintaining online and web resources, and sharing event and employment opportunities with students, faculty, and staff.

Collaborate with School of Communications faculty, SPDC career development staff, and other campus staff to support campus‑wide career programming.

Promote inclusive community building by fostering relationships and mentoring within a residential campus environment, and by encouraging participation in campus activities, professional development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

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