The California State University · 2 months ago
Employer Engagement Specialist
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$5,274/mo - $7,684/mo
2+ years expThe California State University is seeking an Employer Engagement Specialist to develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers for SJSU students. The role involves coordinating employer connection events, assessing employer needs, and ensuring compliance with university policies.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Execute outreach strategies to initiate and strengthen relationships with target employers and industry channels
Review and approve employer and job postings in SJSU Handshake; oversee student assistants in posting review
Consult with employers to identify talent needs and promote SJSU student recruitment opportunities
Plan, promote, and execute employer recruiting and networking events, including boutique career fairs and information sessions
Support on-campus interviews and career connection events
Research employment market trends and develop strategies to engage new employers
Maintain CRM systems to track employer engagement and measure outreach effectiveness
Collaborate with Career Center staff to support student preparation for employer interactions
Generate funds through employer partnerships to support programming and student career readiness efforts
Participate in departmental meetings, campus events, and professional development activities
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training
Two (2) years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in marketing, hospitality, human resources, or a related subject
Two (2) years of experience in human resources or career development involving marketing/sales, recruitment, college relations, or talent development
Benefits
San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.
Company
The California State University
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.85MKey Investors
DensoNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Dale Carlsen
2024-10-30Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2018-10-26Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Steve Relyea
Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-19
East Bay Times
2025-12-10
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