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Title: Executive Director of Career and Talent Development
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Job Description
Radford University seeks a collaborative and energetic leader to serve as the Executive Director of the Center for Career and Talent Development. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, the Director provides strategic leadership and direction for a team responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating career and talent development opportunities, programs, and events that connect employer partners with the university's students, faculty, and alumni. The portfolio of the Executive Director for The Center for Career and Talent Development includes strategic vision, employer cultivation and engagement, career exploration, talent development, job placement, student employment support, personal and professional development, and the development of a Student Employment unit within the Center. The Director cultivates and secures key external relationships, partnerships and opportunities; serves as an expert on industry trends and needs and how they can help inform students on current talent acquisition processes and inform areas of opportunities for Radford and what we offer for students; develops collaborations with advising, faculty, colleges and other internal leaders across academic affairs, economic development, advancement and alumni relations; and creates and assesses programs. Externally, the Director will serve on professional boards, such as VACE (Virginia Association for Colleges and Employers), the SCHEV work-based learning initiatives, or NACE or career center director consortium. This oversight will include leadership and development of the professional and student staff in the department and budget management.
Required Qualifications
- Track record of success and experience in leading change and employer cultivation and engagement.
- Experience in planning and assessing career development, professional development, human resources management, or corporate talent acquisition programs and strategies.
- Management experience in and knowledge of the employment needs of corporate, non-profit, governmental, educational, or entrepreneurial ventures and organizations.
- Proven ability in building relationships and strategic partnerships with a wide range of internal and external constituents.
- Appreciation for the role of higher education in preparing students for future career success.
- Evidence of a varied career with progressively responsible supervisory and management experience; demonstrated experience in developing strategy and or strategic vision, budget leadership and management.
- Excellent communication skills and professionalism with proven ability to navigate across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong fiscal planning and budget management abilities.
- Proficient with current office software with the ability to utilize current technology and social media.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Education: Advanced degree; or a Bachelors degree with experience that equates to an advanced degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree and significant experience in career services, talent acquisition related fields or equivalent training, education, or experience.
- Talent management and leading strategic plans.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Spelman Johnson is assisting with the search for candidates. Applications can be submitted at this link: https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/executive-director-of-career-and-talent-development/
Applications are not being accepted on this website. Please use the link provided above to apply.
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Employee Classification: Administrative - Lecturer
Department: Career Services
Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Department Contact Name: Jeanne Mekolichick
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5114
Department Contact Email: jmekolic@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
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Executive Director Of Development Job Market in Virginia
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Who's Hiring
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in executive director of development jobs across Virginia.
- Proven experience closing major gifts and managing a fundraising portfolio
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, with CFRE certification preferred by many employers
- Experience building and managing development teams and departmental budgets
- Proficiency with donor management software such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce Nonprofit
- Demonstrated success leading capital campaigns or multi-year fundraising initiatives
- Strong board relations and executive-level stakeholder communication skills
Executive Director Of Development Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many executive director of development jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 5+ executive director of development openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Radford, Alexandria, and Chantilly. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do executive director of developments make in Virginia?
Executive director of developments in Virginia earn a median of about $72,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,810 for the lowest 10% to over $122,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most executive director of development jobs?
Radford, Alexandria, and Chantilly have the most executive director of development openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire executive director of developments in Virginia?
Employers hiring executive director of developments in Virginia include Radford University, Crestline Hotels & Resorts, and ECS Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote executive director of development jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 40% of executive director of development openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
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