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Business Career Services Manager

University of San Diego

San Diego, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jun 2026

💰 $77,500/yr($72,500/yr – $77,500/yr)

About the role

Position Title & Department:

Business Career Services Manager; School of Business Posting #

5591

Department Description: The Knauss School of Business at USD embraces a stewardship approach to business education. Stewardship requires businesses to protect and care for society in pursuit of a greater good. The Knauss School community of faculty, staff, students and graduates, embrace stewardship by applying values-driven, free-enterprise skills to improve businesses, industries, and the lives of people in our community and around the world. We provide academically rigorous, relevant and values-based education and research. Degree programs in the Knauss School of Business are AACSB accredited, with the undergraduate and MBA programs being highly ranked both domestically and internationally. www.sandiego.edu/business/about/ University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The Business Career Services Manager is responsible for delivering a comprehensive and industry aligned student experience for undergraduate and graduate students in the Knauss School of Business. This position leads efforts to enhance career preparedness and development, foster professional development, and strengthen co/extracurricular student engagement. In close collaboration with academic department chairs, the Office of Industry and Employer Relations, and/or Center(s) of Distinction, the Manager designs and delivers impactful programs that support students’ career readiness and network-building within specific industries or verticals. s. The position collaborates with other Knauss School of Business employees, across academic program suites and with other support units at USD to improve student retention and support overall retention goals. The Manager may advise student organization or club leadership as well as periodically provide on-site support for student events related to their applicable program suite. Some evening and weekend work is required to accommodate student schedules and deliver high-quality programming.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Career Preparedness and Development:

Deliver to support students in building career readiness and provide guidance on topics such as .
Tailor career coaching using insights, , and professional standards ensure timely, relevant support.
Identify and promote internship and job opportunities while guiding students in building meaningful professional networks.
Support students through challenges that impact academic and career progress by providing referrals to campus wellness and advising services.

Co/Extra-curricular Programming and Events:

Develop scalable programming (e.g., panels, workshops, mentoring) that enhances career competencies and connects students with alumni and employer networks.
Partner with Centers of Distinction, faculty, and other campus partners to deliver integrated programs, including orientations, career days, and skill-building workshops.
Assist with high-impact activities such as mentorship programs, case competitions, project-based learning opportunities, industry panels, and career readiness workshops.
Promote recruiting events
Collaborate with Marketing to ensure compelling, targeted outreach in alignment with Knauss branding guidelines that drives engagem