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NAPAHE Launches New Career Center to Support Career Growth and Talent Recruitment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

VICTORIA, TX — The National Association of Presidential Assistants in Higher Education (NAPAHE) is pleased to announce the launch of the NAPAHE Career Center, a new online career destination designed to support the professional growth of individuals who serve and support higher education leaders while helping institutions connect with exceptional talent. Powered by YourMembership/Momentive, the Career Center expands NAPAHE's commitment to strengthening the professions of its members through professional development, networking, and career advancement opportunities.

More than a traditional job board, the NAPAHE Career Center provides a comprehensive suite of career development tools for professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether members are pursuing their next opportunity, exploring long-term career pathways, or seeking to recruit qualified candidates, the platform offers resources designed specifically for the higher education leadership support profession.

"At NAPAHE, we believe the professionals who support higher education leaders deserve access to the same high-quality career development resources, professional networks, and growth opportunities as the executives they serve," said Stuart J. Schmidt, Executive Director of NAPAHE. "The NAPAHE Career Center reinforces our commitment to being the professional home for these dedicated professionals by providing a centralized destination where they can discover opportunities, access expert guidance, and continue advancing their careers."

The new Career Center serves a broad community of professionals working across higher education, including executive assistants, presidential assistants, chiefs of staff, governance professionals, board secretaries, and other individuals who support institutional leaders.

Key Features of the NAPAHE Career Center

For Job Seekers

  • Search career opportunities from colleges, universities, associations, and other higher education organizations.
  • Upload and manage resumes.
  • Create customized job alerts.
  • Explore career advice and professional development resources.
  • Access career planning tools and guidance for professional advancement.

For Employers

  • Reach a highly qualified audience of higher education professionals.
  • Promote open positions to NAPAHE's national network.
  • Recruit talent with experience supporting senior leaders and executive offices.
  • Increase visibility for specialized leadership support and administrative positions.
  • A Complete Career Development Destination

In addition to job postings and recruiting tools, the NAPAHE Career Center includes robust career development resources that help professionals navigate every stage of their career journey.

Members and visitors can access:

  • Expert career advice and job-search guidance.
  • Resume and cover letter resources.
  • Personal branding and networking strategies.
  • Interview preparation tools.
  • Career planning resources.
  • Career insights, salary information, labor market data, and occupational trends.

Future enhancements will include optional career coaching services, providing personalized guidance for professionals seeking additional support with career planning, resume development, interviewing, salary negotiation, and leadership growth.

The launch reflects NAPAHE's ongoing mission to strengthen the profession and support the success of those who work alongside higher education's senior leaders.

"The NAPAHE Career Center is another way we are investing in our members' professional journeys," Schmidt added. "Whether someone is searching for a new role, developing new skills, exploring future career pathways, or recruiting outstanding talent, this platform delivers meaningful value to our community."

To explore the NAPAHE Career Center, visit:
https://careers.napahe.org

About NAPAHE
The National Association of Presidential Assistants in Higher Education (NAPAHE) is the premier professional association for individuals who support senior leaders in higher education. NAPAHE strengthens the professions of its members through programming, networking, and professional development opportunities that address the broad range of roles fulfilled by professionals serving higher education leadership. For more information, visit www.napahe.org.

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