Career Services Specialist

Position Title:

Career Services Specialist

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in career services, university relations, economic development, charitable giving, business development, etc.
Proven success coordinating high-profile events, small- and large-scale
Experience planning complex group travel 
Experience working with clients in the business industry

Job Description:

Are you a relationship-builder who thrives on connecting students with meaningful career opportunities and industry partners? Do you have working experience in career services, university relations, economic or business development or charitable giving?

Join the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University as Career Services Specialist II and be a key driver in expanding our students' professional opportunities beyond Iowa. If you’re passionate about forging impactful connections and orchestrating career-focused events, we encourage you to apply.

Reporting to the Director of Business Career Services, the Career Services Specialist supports the office’s mission of preparing students for lifelong career success through customized coaching, competency-focused teaching, experience-based learning, and connectivity with industry. 

The Career Services Specialist will establish strategic and mutually beneficial relationships with industry partners to increase the number of quality opportunities available for Ivy students. This specific role will focus on expanding Ivy’s reach beyond Iowa.  As such, this role will involve a large amount of regional travel (Minnesota, Illinois, Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas) and some nationwide travel.

The ideal candidate will be a highly relational communicator who is diligent in preparation, execution, and follow-through.  The selected individual must be an organized collaborator who takes the initiative, is detail oriented, and values continuous improvement.  

Example Duties:  

• Generate leads and cultivate relationships with new employers as well as maintain successful relationships with ongoing partners
• Equip employers with strategies to enhance their on-campus presence and strengthen their talent pipelines
• Foster collaboration with departments across the college and university with shared interests (Ivy Industry Engagement, other Career Services offices, ISU Alumni Association, ISU Foundation, etc.)
• Represent the team at college, university, and community events
• Coordinate networking and skill building events (guest speakers, mixers, lunch and learns, small- and large-scale career fairs, interview days, etc.)
• Provide logistical support to discipline-specific programs within the college which involve employers 
• Plan career-related treks for students which include industry tours and engagement with professionals
• Become a proficient user of CyHire, Iowa State University’s career services platform – review new employer registrations, approve internships and jobs, build career events, and track interactions with employers
• Stay current on recruiting and other labor-related trends through involvement with professional associations

Additional Information:

• Position Type: Full-time, Professional and Scientific.
• Location: On-site at Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa (travel required).
• Residency Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

About the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State:

The Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University prepares tomorrow’s business leaders through an innovative curriculum, real-world learning opportunities, and an emphasis on career readiness. Ivy Career Services empowers students through individualized coaching and strategic employer engagement to support career exploration and long-term success. Learn more about the college at https://www.ivybusiness.iastate.edu.

What We Offer – Exceptional Benefits

Working at Iowa State University means you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and career:

• Work/Life Balance: Iowa State University was voted Best Place for Working Parents 2025.
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave – 24 vacation days, 18 sick days, and 11 paid holidays.
• Excellent Health Insurance Options – including dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans with Employer Contributions –