Career Development Manager

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

. Build and curate a robust, adaptable library of resources focused on student work-readiness and professional development .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing work-readiness and professional development programs, with a strong focus on student engagement and employer collaboration. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, particularly using PowerBI, to track and enhance program effectiveness.

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Management5+ Years in Higher Education AdministrationPowerBI Data AnalysisProject Management SkillsCareer Services Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProgram DevelopmentResource CurationJob Placement CoordinationCareer Profile ManagementWorkflow DevelopmentQuality AssuranceFeedback Loop ImplementationReporting Systems DevelopmentDigital Platform Familiarity

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsRelationship-BuildingNetworking Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePowerBIDigital Information SourcesPlacement Platforms

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCareer ServicesWork-Readiness ProgramsStudent EngagementEmployer Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and curate a robust, adaptable library of resources focused on student work-readiness and professional development
Align resources with the needs of students in Tier 1 jobs, the Success Network, an AI job coach, employers, and volunteers
Create structures for maintaining, updating, and evaluating resource effectiveness
Integrate resources into the Boost Program, Career Chat, English Chat, Student Societies, and Career Webinars
Oversee and continuously improve student work-readiness and professional engagement programs
Gather and implement employer feedback to improve job placements, training programs, and resources
Coordinate onboarding with mentors, missionaries, instructors, and the Success Network
Ensure students complete and maintain career profiles while tracking participation and outcomes
Identify students seeking work and direct them to suitable opportunities
Develop progression workflows from enrollment to work-study jobs and higher-level positions
Oversee the virtual career center, digital information sources, counseling services, employment groups, and Success Network coordination
Maintain and enhance the core work-readiness program
Coordinate student placement with third-party social staffers, funding sources, and Success Network partners
Collaborate with the product team on placement platforms and assess platform effectiveness
Establish job-placement and student-progression goals
Develop PowerBI reporting systems with Institutional Research
Track student job participation by employer and analyze and report enrollment and employer metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business management or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience within higher education administration or public management
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to collaborate with the Career Advisory Board, Employer Relations Manager, Success Network, and external partners
Relationship-building skills, especially with employers
Familiarity with data analysis tools such as PowerBI
Ability to adapt to evolving program needs, industry trends, and feedback
Knowledge or experience in career services, education, or counseling
Attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital platforms and tools
Proficiency in managing and implementing feedback loops
Leadership skills to guide students through the work-readiness badging program
Strong networking skills
High cultural awareness and sensitivity
Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities
Many benefits of Church Employment (linked in posting)