Associate Director, Professional and Career Development

Associate Director, Professional and Career Development

Robinson College of Business

The School of Accountancy

Georgia State University's J. Mack Robinson College of Business (RCB) is the sixth-largest business school in the country, with an enrollment of approximately 8,000 students. Our undergraduate and part-time MBA programs for working professionals are ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report, and our Executive MBA is ranked among the world's best by CEO Magazine. Georgia State University is in the heart of Atlanta and has strong ties with Atlanta's business leaders, many of whom are alums of Robinson College.

Georgia State University, one of the world's leading academic institutions, nationally recognized for its innovation in student success, invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Director or Student Engagement at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business. Robinson is focused on reimagining innovation with a mission to prepare people from all backgrounds to lead, innovate, and grow their potential to advance in business and society.

These are exciting times at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled you are interested in joining our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to advance our mission of pursuing excellence.

WHAT MAKES Robinson College of Business A GREAT PLACE?

* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

* Professional development opportunities and mentorship

* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The School of Accountancy (SOA) at Georgia State University's J. Mack Robinson College of Business is accepting applications for an Associate Director of Professional and Career Development starting in Fall 2026. This new role will lead professional development efforts within the SOA, including the following activities:

* Implement and assess to refine our best-practice designed cohesive professional development strategy for SOA students.

* Coordinate and deliver our professional development course, which prepares undergraduate students to navigate the accounting profession, develop their professional identity, and make informed career pathway decisions.

* Lead co-curricular career-related activities for SOA undergraduate and graduate students in collaboration with the Undergraduate and Graduate (CAC) Career Advancement Center staff.

* Work with student organizations, particularly around career-readiness events including coordinating their efforts to engage students and employers in collaboration with our Strategic Partnerships Team, Undergraduate and Graduate CAC.

* Coordinate with SOA faculty to integrate career content and assignments into the curriculum with a focus on leveraging existing CAC sponsored activities and software platforms (VMOCK, Handshake, 12

Twenty and more) to support assignment completion.

* Serve as a liaison between SOA students, employers and alumni and the Undergraduate and Graduate (CAC) Career Advancement Center staff.

* Facilitate student participation in co- and extra-curricular events and activities, including case competitions, professional development conferences, and experiential learning opportunities.

* Collaborate closely with SOA leadership, RCB Strategic Partnerships team, and Undergraduate and Graduate (CAC) Career Advancement Center staff to effectively manage relationships with recruiters and other corporate partners.

* Lead SOA efforts supporting CPA readiness, including CPA advising and test preparedness.

Minimum Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

* A strong professional network among the professional accounting community in metro Atlanta, and extensive knowledge of the regional accounting and business market.

* Familiarity with the CPA exam, including exam requirements, testing, and student resources.

* Strong project management skills.

* Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills and experience leading workshops.

* A willingness to work evenings for events and travel locally and regionally.