Student & Career Development Manager

Student & Career Development Manager

IYRS School of Technology & Trades is the premier marine trades and advanced technologies career school. Located in the heart of downtown Newport, RI, IYRS leads the region and nation in academic outcomes related to skilled-workforce training, retention, graduation, and employment rates.

IYRS School of Technology & Trades is the only accredited private non-profit career school in Rhode Island recognized by the Department of Education. Our 3-acre harbor-front campus houses amazing facilities with traditional and state-of-the-art equipment. Our mission is to empower students through immersive, hands-on innovative learning to realize their full potential. IYRS offers four certificate programs for people interested in careers in marine trades and advanced technologies. IYRS students are passionate about thinking and working through hands-on learning to develop skills and problem-solving abilities. IYRS was named a Best Maker School by Newsweek Magazine in 2021.

The Student & Career Development Manager oversees a comprehensive portfolio of student support, career development, externships, employer relations, and student engagement activities. This role supports students from enrollment through graduation and into employment by coordinating career readiness programming, experiential learning opportunities, student activities, and post-graduate outcomes tracking. The position works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and industry partners to enhance student persistence, engagement, and successful employment outcomes while maintaining accurate records and compliance with accreditation requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Services & Support

• Serve as a student support resource, assisting with student success, engagement, and transitions throughout enrollment, graduation, and post-graduation.
• Collaborate with all departments to support orientations, campus events, and student initiatives.
• Advocate for students by connecting them with appropriate campus resources and addressing concerns related to academics, career readiness, externships, and employment transitions.

Career Development & Employment Services

• Assist in developing, implementing, and administering career development programming, including career planning, resume development, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Provide individual career counseling to students and graduates, including assessment of interests, skills, and career goals.
• Maintain and manage employment resources, industry job postings, and institutional job boards.
• Track, verify, and document graduate employment outcomes in accordance with institutional policy and accrediting agency requirements, including ACCSC standards.

Employer & Industry Relations

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers and industry partners to support externships, job placement, and alumni employment opportunities.
• Organize and facilitate employer engagement activities such as Career Day, networking events, Lunch & Learn sessions, and field trips.
• Expand the institution's employer network through outreach, meetings, and ongoing relationship management.

Student Activities & Campus Engagement

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain a Student Activities Program that supports student engagement, community building, and campus culture.
• Create and manage the student activities calendar, planning and executing regular social, educational, and co-curricular events.
• Coordinate student activities with Admissions, Student Services, Faculty, and Events staff to support orientations, open houses, and institutional events.

Student Housing Management

• Oversee the day-to-day administration of student housing, including assignments, occupancy tracking, and coordination of move-in and move-out processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for housing-related concerns, addressing student issues and ensuring a safe, respectful, and well-managed living environment.
• Coordinate with Facilities and other departments to ensure timely maintenance, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate housing records, policies, and communications, ensuring alignment with institutional expectations and student conduct guidelines.

Administration, Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and complete student, externship, and employment records in compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards.
• Participate in institutional meetings including staff meetings, faculty council meetings, and Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience in marine or advance manufacturing industry, student services, career services, workforce development, or higher education administration.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Proven experience with record-keeping, databases, and reporting.

Preferred

• Experience in an accredited postsecondary or career-focused educational institution.
• Knowledge of externship or experiential learning program administration.
• Experience with employer relations, job placement tracking, and student engagement programming.

Other Expectations

• Each employee at IYRS is expected to demonstrate the following in the regular performance of their job duties:
• Participation in requisite safety training for staff and students
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of IYRS
• Adherence to IYRS's Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute productively to the success of the team and the organization.
• An understanding of and commitment to the IYRS's core competencies of accountability, collaboration, communication, institutional values, and service.
• Active participation in efforts geared toward directing and improving the overall operations of IYRS, such as strategic planning, organizational development, and performance improvement.
• Commitment to acting as an advocate and ambassador for IYRS.
• Sense of ownership and pride in personal performance

Salary Range and Benefits

• Annual salary $52,000 - $57,000
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account and Health Savings Account
• Retirement plan with company match