Assistant Director of Employer Engagement

Agency

Department

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Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).
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SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Career Preparedness the Assistant Director of Employer Engagement is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that connect employers with East Texas A&M University students and alumni. The role oversees employer engagement initiatives including career fairs networking events on-campus interviews and recruitment partnerships while ensuring employers have a positive and effective recruiting experience.

This position plays a critical role in advancing East Texas A&M Universitys Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) and the University Strategic Plan related to Career Readiness ensuring students have meaningful opportunities to engage with employers and secure career pathways.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence research innovation and student success. With over 140 degree programs a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio and nationally ranked online and graduate programs ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community cutting-edge research opportunities and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and manages a comprehensive employer recruitment strategy including career fairs networking events information sessions alumni engagement programs and job shadowing opportunities.

• Coordinates on-campus interviews Handshake job and internship postings/approvals and promotion of opportunities to students.

• Advises external employers on effective recruiting strategies branding opportunities job descriptions and hiring expectations.

• Cultivates and expands partnerships with corporations non-profits government agencies and alumni to increase career and internshipopportunities for students and graduates.

• Organizes and maintains the annual recruiting calendar including timelines deadlines and processes for employer participation.

• Designs and manages employer communications and marketing materials including digital and print outreach website content and social media.

• Develops and coordinates guest speakers and employer panels for student classes organizations and professional development events.

• Supports new initiatives designed to expand internship opportunities for students

• Aligns employer engagement strategies and initiatives with institutional goals outlined in the QEP and University Strategic Plan for Career Readiness.

• Collects analyzes and reports data for departmental metrics annual reports and program assessment.

• Monitors employer participation hiring outcomes and event impact to improve services and demonstrate return on engagement.

• Builds collaborative relationships with academic departments student organizations and university offices to align employer engagement with institutional goals.

• Supervises and mentors student workers and interns as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Human Relations Marketing Public Relations or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Minimum 3 years of related experience in employer relations recruiting career services or talent management. Experience using career services/recruitment platforms such as Handshake Symplicity or 12Twenty. High level of professionalism hospitality and networking skills.

• Ability to: Build and maintain relationships with employers and campus partners. Organize multiple projects and meet deadlines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None.

• Physical Requirements: None.

• Other Requirements:

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree in Business Administration Human Relations Marketing Public Relations or related field.

• 35 years of professional experience in employer relations recruiting or career services.

• Experience in event planning and coordination.

• Previous experience working with corporations non-profits or government agencies related to recruitment and talent development.

• Experience with data reporting program assessment or outcomes tracking.

• Supervisory or student mentoring experience.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Student workers and interns as assigned in addition to potential future full-time staff roles (e.g. Internship Coordinator)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.