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Assistant Director - JSOM Career Management Center (CMC)

University of Texas at Dallas

$65,000, DOQ

medical insurance, paid time off, retirement plan

United States, Texas, Richardson

Jan 15, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06819P
Position Title	Assistant Director - JSOM Career Management Center (CMC)
Functional Title
Department	Management
Salary Range	$65,000, DOQ
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	01/15/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	02/02/2026
Job Summary	Job Summary This position is designed to support the specialized career development needs of Full-Time MBA students. The role is fully dedicated to serving this population by developing, organizing, and delivering strategic networking and career opportunities with employers actively seeking MBA talent. The position operates within a fast-paced, externally focused environment that emphasizes relationship-building and employer engagement. The role reports to the Associate Director of the Career Management Center and is physically based within the Jindal School of Management Career Management Center.
Minimum Education and Experience	-Bachelor's degree in related field. -Three plus years relevant professional experience. -Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience	Preferred Education and Experience MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. Five (5) years of experience in corporate management, human resources, or recruiting. Extensive experience in corporate, HR, or talent acquisition environments. Strong knowledge of career development, career counseling, job search strategies, and current job market trends. Demonstrated experience in employer relations, contemporary recruitment practices, and career services trends. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of corporate business practices, employer expectations, MBA hiring processes, and current career development and recruitment trends. Ability to establish credibility and trust with MBA students and effectively guide career decision-making. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including advanced resume and professional document development. Demonstrated ability to operate independently with initiative, self-motivation, and minimal supervision; exhibits persistence and a results-driven mindset. Expertise in training, education, curriculum development, and instructional design for professional and career development programming. Proven ability to design, build, and sustain career programs, initiatives, and momentum from concept through execution. Experience in business development, client relationship management, employer engagement, and consistent professional networking. Demonstrated ability to present, teach, persuade, and influence effectively in both individual and group settings. Strong organizational skills with the ability to track data, analyze performance, and report outcomes using metrics and KPIs. Ability to work effectively with challenging individuals and manage high-pressure or stressful situations with professionalism and discretion. Broad understanding of business functions and industries, with the ability to translate that knowledge into meaningful career guidance and employer partnerships.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities Professional Development: Work with students to identify career direction based on individual goals, marketability, and current job market trends. Create and deliver programs and events that educate student groups on industry insights, job search strategies, and professional development. Participate fully in Summer Academy and provide support for MBA Lead Camp (two-week Full-Time MBA training program in August). Guide students in developing high-quality resumes, LinkedIn profiles, cover letters, company target lists, and job search timelines; collaborate with MBA Career Coaches to ensure quality and consistency across all Full-Time MBA deliverables. Track and monitor individual student progress and communicate status related to internship and full-time employment opportunities. Assess and understand the needs of Full-Time MBA students and proactively identify internship and full-time employment opportunities aligned with those needs. Collaborate with the MBA team to identify employer-specific opportunities and ensure students are informed of opportunities provided by the JSOM Career Management Center (CMC) and alumni network. Provide direction and influence students' career decision-making when guidance is needed. Employer Engagement: Partner with the Associate Director of CMC to expand and strengthen employer relationships by increasing the number of companies participating in UT Dallas MBA hiring programs, including developing and ranking targeted employer lists. Create, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with organizations that actively hire MBA talent. Conduct outreach through employer calls, meetings, and on-site engagements as a core responsibility of the role. Facilitate the referral and submission of Full-Time MBA resumes to employer partners. Plan, develop, and manage employer-focused programming each semester, including workshops, coffee chats, industry panels, lunch-and-learn sessions, site visits, and professional networking events for Full-Time MBA students. Identify and respond to employer hiring needs by proactively sourcing internship and full-time employment opportunities for Full-Time MBA students. Metrics: Collaborate with the Associate Director of CMC to compile and maintain weekly, monthly, semester, and annual key performance indicators (KPIs), including MBA salary outcomes and placement data.
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Additional Information	Work Notice: Work will be performed on-site and in person. What We Can Offer: UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including *100% paid* employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.