Assistant Director of Career Development and Industry Engagement

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Manhattan, Kansas 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $62K - $71K 💻 Career Services 🗓️ August 24th, 2026

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Kansas State University is hiring an Assistant Director of Career Development and Industry Engagement. The role involves developing career readiness programs, fostering partnerships with employers and alumni, and supervising a coordinator to support student success and workforce preparation within the College of Agriculture.

Highlights

Develops and implements career readiness programming and professional development for undergraduate and graduate students.
Cultivates relationships with employers, industry partners, alumni, and external stakeholders to enhance internships, co-ops, and career placements.
Collaborates with university offices including External Relations, Career Center, and Corporate Engagement for alignment of employer outreach and sponsorships.
Supervises the Career and Leadership Development Coordinator.
Requires proficiency with student data systems and career platforms such as Handshake.
Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, supervisory experience, and familiarity with agricultural career pathways.
Valid driver's license and ability to drive to events, including lifting up to 25 pounds.
Minimum qualification is a high school diploma and seven years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary range is $61,700 to $70,500.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and reside in the United States at the time of employment.