Employer Engagement Specialist
Employer Engagement Specialist
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Job Description
Overview
The Employer Engagement Specialist (Program Coordinator II) supports the Career Design Centers efforts to coordinate recruitment activities and employer engagement for Utah State University. The Employer Engagement Specialist cultivates and manages relationships with employers to expand internship and employment opportunities for USU students. Reporting to the Executive Director this role plays a key part in executing employer engagement strategies coordinating recruitment events and ensuring a high-quality experience for employer partners. The Employer Engagement Specialist works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the universitys career readiness and workforce development goals.
Responsibilities
Employer Engagement & Relationship Management 50%
- Assist in implementing strategic employer engagement plans developed by the Executive Director.
- Build and maintain relationships with employers across industries to promote student hiring.
- Serve as a primary contact for employer inquiries ensuring timely and professional communication.
- Conduct outreach to new employers and maintain regular engagement with existing partners.
Event Planning & Coordination 25%
- Plan and execute employer-facing events such as career fairs information sessions and networking events.
- Coordinate logistics for on-campus and virtual recruiting activities.
- Collaborate with marketing staff to promote events and employer opportunities to students and faculty.
Collaboration & Support 20%
- Work closely with the Executive Director to align employer outreach with academic programs and student interests.
- Partner with faculty student organizations and alumni relations to support employer engagement initiatives.
- Represent the Career Design Center at campus and community events as needed.
Data & Reporting 5%
- Track employer engagement activities and student outcomes.
- Provide regular updates and reports to the Assistant Director to inform strategic planning.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in business communications higher education or a related field and 2 years of experience in employer relations career services recruiting or a related area; OR an equivalent combination of education plus experience.
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders including employers students and faculty.
- Experience planning and managing events with attention to detail and timelines.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Awareness of labor market trends and employer recruitment practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a university or student-facing environment.
- Familiarity with career services platforms such as Handshake and CRM tools like Salesforce.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Frequent travel within Utah. Occasional regional and national travel.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or.
*updated 09/2025
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring promotion transfer or termination based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal state or local law.
Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race color religion sex familial status disability national origin source of income sexual orientation or gender identity. Additionally the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.
In all circumstances Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Matthew Pinner
Executive Director
Civil Rights & Title IX Office
Old Main Rm. 401D
1400 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
Cody Carmichael
Title IX Coordinator
Old Main Rm. 402D
1400 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of Education
Denver Regional Office
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 06/2025
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
