Director for Industry Relations
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University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Career Center Undergraduate and Student Programs
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Director for Industry Relations plays a critical role in connecting Walton College students with meaningful career opportunities by actively cultivating and expanding employer partnerships. This individual is responsible for developing new relationships with key industry leaders while strengthening existing connections to ensure a steady pipeline of employment both internships and full-time - opportunities for students across various business majors.Success in this role requires a proactive hands-on approach to employer engagement with a strong emphasis on in-person outreach and strategic relationships and partnership development. The Director will spend the majority of his/her time traveling and meeting with industry partners on-site attending networking events cultivating employment opportunities for students and understanding employer needs to acquire talent.
By understanding employer needs along with workforce trends the Director will shape recruitment strategies that align with the strengths and aspirations of Walton College students and represent their industry and geographical location preferences. Additionally the Director will work collaboratively with the Associate Director for Internships and the Career Consultants to actively integrate employer relations into academic and professional development initiatives.
A successful candidate will be a dynamic relationship-builder with exceptional communication skills and the ability to navigate a varied business industry be willing to travel frequently to employer meetings conferences and networking events - with the ability to work evenings and weekends - and have the ability to analyze employer engagement data to assess trends identify gaps measure impact and refine strategies.
Regular non-disruptive and in-person reliable attendance is an essential job duty as well as the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others. This position will require office hours of 8am-5pm Monday-Friday with in-person support of programming/events during office hours and occasionally nights and weekends.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters degree in business communications marketing human resources or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience that demonstrates growth and/or advancement within the fields of corporate human resources professional or executive recruitment
Demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing recruiting strategies and programming
Comprehensive knowledge in two or more career fields within business education (such as Accounting and Finance; Marketing Sales Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG); Supply Chain Management and/or Operations; Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurship; Economics and Information Systems; and MBA and other Specialty Masters Programs)
Proficient with web-based resources spreadsheet and presentation software required (MS Word PowerPoint Outlook and Excel)
Must be able to provide in-person support of programming/events during office hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and occasional evenings and weekends less than 10 evenings or weekends a semester
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with companies executives alumni and recruiters
Demonstrated knowledge of job search and process management
Proficiency with pivot tables in Excel for data analysis
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems Learning Management Systems (e.g. Canvas) and/or Career Services platforms (e.g. Handshake VMock or similar)
Experience working with students in a higher education environment
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated project management abilities interpersonal skills and excellence in oral and written communication
Must be able to develop effective presentations and speak confidently to large audiences
Demonstrated ability to build rapport quickly to listen actively and to adapt to changing situations
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Senior Director for Career Services
Sam M Walton College of Business
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
