Department: Office of the Provost
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Compensation Band: OS-OA07-Fiscal Year 2026-2027
FTE: 1.0
Positions Available: 2
Application Review Begins
November 23, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
We are hiring two Career Community Program Directors.
Please include the following documents with your online application:
1. Cover letter addressing how your skills and experience have prepared you for this role.
2. Resume with employment dates.
3. Names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers.
Department Summary
The Office of the Provost (OtP) is responsible for carrying out the academic mission of the University of Oregon (UO). The office works collaboratively with faculty and staff to advance academic excellence, student success, and the UO’s overall academic profile. Led by the provost and senior vice president, the OtP is a dynamic community of colleagues committed to integrity, trust, equity, collaboration, and excellence.
Career Communities and the University Career Center (UCC) are situated within the Office of the Provost to ensure career preparation is deeply connected to the UO student experience. Career Communities serve as a gateway to career preparation at the University of Oregon, with the University Career Center serving as a central partner in providing essential resources and support to students. Together, this work helps prepare UO graduates not only for their first job, but for a lifetime of career success.
Position Summary
Career preparation is one of four overarching goals in the University of Oregon’s strategic plan. In support of that commitment, UO has launched eight Career Communities designed to transform how students connect their education to their future. Each Career Community focuses on industries of interest to UO students and connects students from all majors with industry-informed guidance, meaningful experiences, and networks of faculty, alumni, employers, and peers.
The Program Director leads strategy and engagement for two Career Communities, serving as the primary connector between students, academic partners, employers, and alumni. The current openings will provide leadership for two of the following Career Communities: Creative Arts, Design, and Communication; Entrepreneurship, Investment, and Consulting; Applied Sciences; and Data Science, Analytics, and Technology. The Program Director convenes and leads advisory boards responsible for developing programming, events, immersive experiences, and other defined deliverables; cultivates relationships across campus and with alumni, employers, and industry partners; and leverages partner expertise to shape initiatives that allow students to explore careers, access experiential opportunities, and build professional skills. The Program Director is responsible for moving this work from planning through implementation, maintaining momentum and accountability across multiple partners and initiatives.
Additionally, the Program Director develops and manages student engagement strategies, communications, and programming that support scalable, equitable access to career development resources in partnership with the marketing and communications team in the Office of the Provost. Through digital platforms, events, and partnerships, the role ensures students are aware of and connected to internships, jobs, learning opportunities, and professional networks relevant to their interests. The Program Director works collaboratively with internal and external partners to translate these relationships and opportunities into tangible, student-facing programming and experiences.
Using data, stakeholder input, and institutional priorities, the Program Director continuously evaluates community impact, refines strategy, and leads initiatives that expand participation and improve career preparation outcomes for students. The position operates in a fast-paced and evolving environment and requires initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and move work forward from strategy to execution.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to position.
• Three years of experience in career services administration, student success, or project management in a related field.
Professional Competencies
• Collaboration: Effective in interdisciplinary teams and adept at working with diverse stakeholders across the university.
• Project & Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects within firm deadlines; highly organized and detail oriented; able to take initiative, adapt to change, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Career Support: Knowledge of the needs of college students and employers in today’s and tomorrow’s work environment, and how to prepare college graduates for lifelong career success.
• Equity: Demonstrated experience with and/or commitment to working with students, parents, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds in support of an inclusive and multiculturally competent environment.
• Technology: Technical aptitude and ability to navigate and utilize technology for program administration and service delivery.
• Strategy: Ability to make strategic decisions related to program development and student success initiatives.
• Communication: Expertise in public speaking, workshop facilitation, and advising.
Preferred Qualifications
• Industry experience that aligns with one or more of the following Career Communities: Creative Arts, Design, and Communication; Entrepreneurship, Investment, and Consulting; Applied Sciences; and Data Science, Analytics, and Technology
• Work experience in a career services or higher education environment.
• Experience in project management.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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