Assistant Director of Professional Development

🇺🇸 Villanova, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $51K - $64K

💻 Learning & Development

🗓️ October 10th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Villanova University is hiring an Assistant Director of Professional Development. This role supports students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences by teaching professional development courses, mentoring students, managing the Peer Career Coaching Program, and coordinating career readiness workshops and networking events to enhance students' professional skills.

Highlights

Teach Arts and Sciences Professional Development courses and develop curriculum.
Supervise the CLAS Peer Career Coaching Program, including managing a Graduate Assistant and student coaches.
Provide one-on-one and small group mentoring to students on college-to-career transitions.
Develop and deliver workshops and special events focused on career readiness and professionalism.
Organize and participate in networking events and visits to partner companies and organizations.
Lead the College’s student-alumni mentorship program to foster professional relationships.
Promote internships and experiential learning opportunities, assisting students with applications and employer engagement.
Cultivate partnerships with campus offices such as Career Center, ICE Center, Alumni Affairs, and University Advancement.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of experience coaching and mentoring diverse students; Master's degree and prior college teaching experience preferred.
Technical skills include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Handshake, and Airtable software.
Position salary range $51,000-$63,800, salaried grade 13, exempt classification.