Apply on Employer Site

Santa Clara University · 2 months ago

Assistant Director, Employer Relations (Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities)

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$71K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

Santa Clara University is seeking an Assistant Director of Employer Relations to advance the Career Center’s strategic plan by developing programs that connect students with employers. The role focuses on managing industry engagement within the Arts, Humanities, Education, Social Services, and Public Sectors.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver a portfolio of major Career Center initiatives designed to foster purposeful connections, recruitment opportunities, and talent pipelines between students and employers

Facilitate meaningful connections between students, alumni, employers, and professional industry associations and groups by creating an annual calendar of networking and recruitment opportunities such as career fairs, boutique recruiting forums, coffee chats, meet-ups, industry and company treks, and on-campus interviewing programs

Identify, implement, and manage technology programs and resources that facilitate enhanced or accelerated networking and connections opportunities between employers and students

In collaboration with the Director of Employer Relations, advise on and enforce Career Center policies regarding employer recruitment and engagement as well as applicable state and federal employment laws

Actively seek approaches to expand and meaningfully scale the Career Center’s access to internships and full-time job opportunities at local, national and global employers and industries, including, but not limited to, non-profit, social entrepreneurship, social justice, government, counseling, sports, design, art, digital media, media and communications, journalism, entertainment, theater, television and film, music and dance

Fully engage the university network in support of employer relations by developing new and deepening existing collaborative relationships with administrators, faculty, and staff across campus

In collaboration with the Career Development team, develop and implement an annual strategic plan to facilitate introductions between students and employers

Conduct individual employer consultations to identify, understand, and address employer engagement and recruitment needs

Support the Employer Partner Program by providing a high level of customer service and ensuring all deliverables are met for current partners while also continuously building relationships with potential new partners

Make effective use of Handshake to manage employer relationships, job postings, and events; assist employers with Handshake-related issues as needed

Spearhead and implement marketing and social media strategies to brand the Career Center to increase awareness among both students and employers of employer relations resources, programs and opportunities

Solicit, collect and share student and employer testimonials and success stories

Develop, maintain, and share digital (and print) resources with students and employers

Work closely with both the Director of Employer Relations & Partnerships as well as campus and employer partners to assess program and service design, delivery and outcomes

Regularly conduct student and employer needs and gap analyses to inform strategic priorities

Ensure continuous service enhancements through local, regional, and national benchmarking with industry peers

Design systems and processes to track key performance indicators and to solicit qualitative feedback from key stakeholders to include the use of technology systems and tools to track data, develop and assess services and evaluate effectiveness of programs and services

Research emerging employer relations and recruitment best practices as well as workforce, industry and economic trends; integrate research into programs and services

Update position related skills by participating in appropriate professional development offerings throughout the year

During peak periods, provide individual, group and drop-in career advising for students and assist with Career Center programming

Present at a number of university functions representing the Career Center, including Family Weekend, Welcome Weekend, Parent Orientation, and other events as needed

Represent Santa Clara University’s Career Center through active involvement and leadership in regional and national associations

Qualification

Employer engagementCareer developmentProgram planningRelationship managementTechnology proficiencyStrategic planningCustomer serviceSocial media marketingDatabase managementMicrosoft Office SuiteGoogle DriveCommunication skillsProblem solvingAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree required

A minimum of three years of relevant work experience required

Understanding and support of the Jesuit tradition of education and a commitment to the fundamental values of service to others, community, and diversity as well as a commitment to and demonstrated skills, knowledge, and awareness to serve the unique needs of the diverse campus community at Santa Clara University

Demonstrated passion and experience in a combination of career development and employment, internships and experiential learning, university recruiting, relationship development, program planning and execution, group facilitation and engagement, and consulting with and advising stakeholders

Evidence of a working knowledge of industry and relevant career and internship opportunities in the marketplace

Knowledge of industry networks, trends in employment, economy, effective interventions, and technology

Enterprising, creative and innovative approach to engagement with employers

Exceptional communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external key stakeholders (employers, students, faculty, staff, parents)

Proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Strong strategic planning and execution skills

Excellent problem solving skills and strong attention to detail

Experience and comfort with technology, recruiting software, database management, social media

User knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive

Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment

High level of professional discretion and integrity in handling confidential, sensitive information

High level of comfort with ambiguity, shifting demands and priorities

Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude during periods of high volume and intensity

Ability to solve complex and time sensitive problems as well as handle and manage multiple customers

Ability to prioritize and be flexible

Ability to identify needs and trends and proactively design systems, programs, or interventions in alignment with those needs

Commitment to understand and support Santa Clara University's distinctive Jesuit tradition and educational vision and willingness to model institutional values of service to others, community, and diversity

Santa Clara University is committed to inclusive excellence, therefore it is vital that all candidates seeking employment be committed to and demonstrate skills, knowledge and awareness to serve the unique needs of our diverse campus population