Associate Director & Career Coach

University of DenverUSA, Colorado, Denver

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The University is located in Denver, Colorado, a city known for its dynamic blend of business, innovation and world-class recreation. Denver is consistently ranked by Forbes and Kiplingers Magazine as one of the top cities for young professionals and recent college graduates. The University of Denver is a private institution founded in 1864. It serves a population of more than 5,200 undergraduate and 6,200 graduate students as a research-intensive institution. The beautiful campus is located approximately seven miles from downtown with easy access to public transportation.

With a long tradition of excellence and innovation, the Daniels College of Business prepares students to succeed in a dynamic, changing world. We are a high-achieving community of students, staff and faculty that inspires one another to think in new ways, perform at higher levels, and transform organizations and communities. Daniels is ranked among the top business schools and is the only business school in Colorado to receive rankings and recognition from BusinessWeek, the Financial Times, U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. The Daniels College of Business (DCB) offers a variety of baccalaureate, graduate, PhD and certificate programs which are detailed at https : / / daniels.du.edu /

Position Summary

The Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven professional to join our Career Services team as an Associate Director. The focus of this role is to support the career outcomes of our MBA programs within Daniels through coaching, workshops, networking, and industry relations, to prepare students and alumni for competitive internships and full-time opportunities. The Associate Director will be a key connector between MBA students and industry, with the ability to strengthen the talent pipeline between Daniels and top organizations. This full-time role is ideal for someone with strong business acumen and a passion for mentoring the next generation of business leaders.

Essential Functions

Career Coaching & Student Development

Coach MBA students and alumni in one-on-one meetings and small groups on career planning, personal brand, elevator pitch, application materials, interviewing, networking, offer evaluation / negotiations, internship and job search strategies
Coach students and alumni in evaluating their goals, interests, and values; connecting them with relevant career resources and opportunities
Provide actionable feedback on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other application materials based on current market dynamics
Apply industry expertise to help students understand roles across functions such as finance, analytics, marketing, management, consulting, accounting, and operations
Track student progress, outreach, and engagement using tools like 12Twenty and Salesforce, utilize career services tools in coaching appointments, and assist with collecting student employment data for internships and full-time offers
In partnership with the MBA Programs team, manage all direct student communication / marketing regarding career programming, recruiting deadlines and events
In support of career coaching team, will coach non-MBA student populations as needed

Industry & Partner Engagement

Collaborate, communicate, and build relationships directly with employers, alumni, and corporate partners to create recruiting opportunities primarily for our MBA population

Continuously deepen knowledge on industry best practices for recruiting and sourcing graduate-level talent

Partner proactively with Employer Relations team to generate interest and awareness of students from all MBA programs and to facilitate hiring and networking opportunities

Promote MBA talent and cultivate relationships with corporate recruiters, hiring managers, and alumni to open doors to internships and full-time roles in the Denver area and beyond

Partner with the MBA Programs unit in developing relevant career programming such as site visits, orientation sessions, and skills workshops

Strategic & Programmatic Focus

Develop, deploy and manage strategic initiatives with the intended outcomes of improving MBA student engagement and competencies, industry connectivity, and partnership opportunities

Benchmark and assess the effectiveness of career services activities, programs and resources through data collection and analysis to inform new initiatives and improve service delivery

Participate in events and programming for all Daniels students and alumni that drive the visibility of career services and promote future engagement

The position is accountable to participate in the collection of data and outcome reporting to AACSB, NACE, CSEA, and other rankings surveys for post-graduation outcomes

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understanding of careers typically pursued by graduate business students and early career professionals with an ability to mentor, manage, and coach individuals about those careers

Ability to interact with corporate recruiters and industry partners to facilitate the successful recruitment of MBA students and a strong understanding of the college recruiting process

Proven customer service orientation with the ability to resolve issues and respond to inquiries professionally

Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with team members and stakeholders

Strong organizational and planning skills, including the ability to independently prioritize work, set goals and enforce deadlines, while maintaining the flexibility to re-assess goals

Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform data tracking, strategic decisions and program enhancements

Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills

Possess the ability to communicate as well as develop and maintain relationships with students from a wide variety of backgrounds

Creative, innovative, and able to work independently and in a team with a high level of professionalism

Willingness to facilitate and lead public speaking events

Ability to effectively work with multiple databases and student platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Banner, 12Twenty, Learning Management Systems, etc.,)

Comfort with online webinar technology using audio, video and shared desktop applications (e.g., Zoom and Teams)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, management, finance, or related discipline

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a business setting or corporate function (e.g., finance, consulting, analytics, operations) or relevant experience in recruiting, outplacement, human resources, or talent management for business industries

Experience mentoring, managing, or coaching students or early-career professionals

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with students, faculty, employers, and alumni from unique backgrounds

Comfort with addressing the emotional needs and stresses of highly motivated business

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or related graduate degree, or 6+ years of relevant industry or functional experience in corporate recruiting, executive search, or graduate-level career development

Extensive knowledge of MBA level job search skills and recruiting processes

Strong professional network across one or more business sectors

Ability to facilitate and teach in an experiential learning environment

Understanding of career services platforms and best practices in employment outcomes data collection and reporting

Successful candidates will demonstrate initiative, strategic thinking, a service mindset, and a collaborative approach

Working Environment

This position is a full-time role based in Denver, CO at the University of Denver campus

Standard on-campus office environment may include interruptions

The noise level is quiet to moderate

Physical Activities

Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.

Occasionally required to move about the office / campus.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend hours. In accordance with the University's flexible work policy, this position is eligible to be considered for partial remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4 : 00 p.m. (MST) October 17, 2025.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number :

The salary grade for the position is 10.

Salary Range :

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.

Benefits :

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application :

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and / or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Advertised : October 01, 2025

Applications close : October 17, 2025

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