Executive Director for Career & Experiential Learning

The Company is seeking an Executive Director for Career and Experiential Learning to provide strategic leadership and vision for the integrated Career and Experiential Learning Center. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing a campus-wide vision that connects academic learning, career development, and real-world experience. This role involves leading the development, implementation, and assessment of career and experiential learning opportunities, as well as guiding a newly integrated organization. The Executive Director will also be tasked with overseeing a department of professional staff, managing a significant operating budget, and building external partnerships to expand student access to internships, applied learning, and employment pathways. Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should hold a master's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for a doctorate, and have a minimum of 7 years' leadership experience in higher education or related areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of career development, experiential learning, and workforce readiness, and a proven track record of using data to inform decision-making. Key qualifications include the ability to build collaborative relationships, engage with faculty, and advance evidence-based practices that enhance student learning and career readiness. The role requires a strategic, systems-oriented thinker who can effectively manage change, and a student-centered leader who is committed to expanding access and opportunity for all students.