Jeffrey Alston

Dr. Jeffrey Alston is an accomplished Career Services Professional with a student-centered approach and a diverse background in Human Resources, Hospitality, and Retail. With a Master's in Business Administration from Morgan State University, a Doctorate in Higher Education/Student Affairs from the University of Rochester, and a Bachelor's in Business Management from Winston-Salem State University, Dr. Alston brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role.

His areas of expertise include Employer Relations, Employer Advisory Boards, CRM Implementation & Usage, Career Coaching, and Career Transitioning. Dr. Alston's StrengthsQuest themes of Connectedness, Deliberate, Consistency, Relator, and Maximizer, as well as his MBTI type ISFJ, reflect his relationship-oriented and purpose-driven approach to connecting students with employment opportunities.

Currently serving as the Director of University Career Services at East Tennessee State University, Dr. Alston has also held key positions such as Associate Director of Employer Relations & Internships at the State University of New York College at Brockport, Director of Human Resources at the Baltimore Convention Center, HR Area Manager at Family Dollar, Recruiter at Family Dollar, and Employess Services Rep at First Union.