Director of Career Services - Friedman School of Nutrition

Overview As the only graduate school of nutrition in North America, the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy provides cutting‑edge research and education from individuals to food systems, and from genetics to policy. Read about our pledge to inclusive excellence, celebrate our wins with us, and look at our mission and vision. You’ll be joining a leading institution for evidence‑based nutrition education, research, and public impact. Our employee benefits will make you welcome at Tufts, and the sense of community will make you want to stay. What You’ll Do The Director of Career Services leads and executes all aspects of career development at the Friedman School, ensuring graduate students are fully prepared and supported in achieving their professional goals. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that addresses the career needs of all academic programs and degrees. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement best practices for career development, employer outreach, and experiential learning opportunities. Driving Student Engagement: Design and deliver innovative programs, resources, and advising that actively engage students in career planning and job search strategies. Team Management: Lead, train, and supervise a team of career services professionals to provide exceptional student support. Partnership Building: Cultivate relationships with alumni, employers, government agencies, and other organizations to expand internship and employment opportunities. Collaboration: Work closely with school leadership, faculty, and counterparts across Tufts and peer institutions to align career services with academic and industry trends. Operational Oversight: Manage budgets, facilities, technology planning, and long‑term strategic initiatives in partnership with school leadership. Representation: Serve as the School's ambassador at university‑wide and external events to promote career services and student success. Ensures every student is engaged, prepared, and connected to meaningful career opportunities. Create overall program strategy and marketing plan for career services. Manage design and participate in the delivery and evaluation of programs, workshops and networking events on career exploration and development with staff. Play leadership role in educating university leadership and constituents on industry trends, employer culture and hiring processes. Cultivate relationships and collaborate with faculty, university administrators, alumni and industry employers to provide targeted programming and messaging to students. Attend and present information at regional and national conferences to network with potential employers and increase awareness of Tufts brand. Conduct individual career advising appointments (in‑person and virtual) with in‑person and online students and alumni. Oversight of individual career advising of the professional career services staff. Oversee strategy to initiate corporate outreach and maintain relationships to increase internship and employment opportunities. Promote Tufts graduates and represent the university to industry employers and other external constituents. Oversee management of website and career services print collateral and marketing materials. Manage production of web‑based career services and events; evaluate use of new technology in the delivery of services to constituents. Manage information technology systems and databases to support career services and programs. Hire, train and manage career services staff; evaluate employees and oversee professional development opportunities. Manage development and monitoring of career services budget; conduct long‑term financial planning and analysis; oversee major/capital expenditures and provide reports to management. Manage space and facilities planning for career services. What We’re Looking For Basic Requirements: Bachelor's Degree 7–10 years directly related professional experience, including experience in higher education Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree Special Work Schedule Requirements: This is a hybrid position expected to be on campus 3–4 days per week, to meet business needs. Pay Range Minimum $96,500.00, Midpoint $120,600.00, Maximum $144,800.00 Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy