Position Summary

The Assistant Director for the Partrick-Clayes Center for Career Development plays a key leadership role in advancing career readiness and professional success initiatives for students within the Fowler College of Business. As a member of the Partrick-Clayes Center for Career Development team, this position helps shape and deliver innovative career programming, employer engagement strategies, and workforce preparation resources that support students from exploration through post-graduation success. Working collaboratively with the Director, faculty, employers, alumni, and campus partners, the role oversees impactful events, strengthens industry relationships, and supports strategic initiatives that enhance career outcomes for Fowler students. This is an exciting opportunity for a student-centered professional who is passionate about career development, employer relations, and experiential learning in a dynamic business school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee career readiness programming, including workshops, employer events, company visits, and professional development initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, and community partners to expand career opportunities for students.
• Support the management and daily operations of the career center, including supervision of student support staff and program resources.
• Lead research and assessment efforts related to career readiness, employment outcomes, and workforce trends.
• Collaborate with faculty, departments, and campus partners to align career initiatives with student and industry needs.

Why Join Us?

• Help prepare future business leaders for meaningful careers and professional success.
• Build strong connections with employers, alumni, and industry partners in a vibrant regional economy.
• Lead innovative career programming that directly impacts student outcomes and workforce readiness.
• Work in a collaborative, student-centered environment within a nationally recognized business college.
• Join a mission-driven team committed to career development, experiential learning, and student success.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. 
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
• Standard work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.  
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting for one day with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Partrick-Clayes Center for Career Development (CCD) within the FCB provides career and professional development services for students in the Fowler College of Business. Activities with the Partrick-Clayes CCD include, but are not limited to, career coaching, the development and implementation of specific activities to improve job market success of students, and development and implementation of regular events to permit employers and students to interact. A critical component of the CCD as a unit is to develop an extensive list of employers and alumni and to cultivate a relationship with other career-related agencies within the university, region, and nation to improve the development and employment opportunities of students upon graduation. The CCD is also responsible for designing metrics to assess its success, and to design and implement a constant improvement system.

For more information regarding the Partrick-Clayes Center for Career Development, click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related.

Possession of the below required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems.

A master’s degree in counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling, guidance or a job-related field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional, personal or career counseling.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Business, or related field.
• Minimum three years relevant experience in higher education career services, professional level career advising/counseling, corporate recruiting, human resources or outplacement, or related position for these industries. A Master’s degree in Counseling, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Business, or related field may substitute for one year of experience.
• An understanding of corporate recruiting practices/protocols and talent management gained through prior business/industry or career counseling/coaching experience.
• An understanding of job search and process management at the undergraduate level and/or graduate degree level for business majors.
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Must have the ability to maintain positive customer service orientation and display strong communication skills with students and faculty.
• Excellent computer skills; proficiency in use of Excel and Google Docs, and aptitude for learning new software.
• Working knowledge of the local area and regional job market/economy.
• Working knowledge of career services and employment trends, issues, and challenges.
• Experience communicating with diverse and changing audiences in person and via web, print, and other media.

Licenses/Certifications Required

• Requires a valid driver’s license, have minimum liability insurance amount prescribed by State Law, have not received more than three moving violations and/or accidents or combination thereof in the past twelve month period.
• Have a current “Authorized to use Privately Owned Vehicle” form on file with the University.
• Satisfy the State Defense Driver Training requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
 Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,320 - $9,014/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $6,320 /month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by June 5th, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Danan Pacheco (dpacheco@sdsu.edu).