Penn State University · 1 month ago
Employer Engagement Specialist, Smeal College of Business
University Park, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$56K/yr - $82K/yr
3+ years expPenn State University is seeking an Employer Engagement Specialist for the Smeal College of Business, a role focused on enhancing employer partnerships for student internships and employment opportunities. The position involves strategic outreach, relationship management, and data-driven analysis to promote student talent to various organizations.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage employer outreach using consultative sales techniques to increase high-quality experiential learning and job opportunities for students
Build and sustain a diverse network of employers through hybrid engagement tactics (e.g., site visits, campus events, cold outreach, and alumni networks)
Advocate for the Smeal talent pipeline by aligning student undergraduate majors with market hiring needs
Execute and manage a strategic travel schedule to promote student value to prospective partners
Partner with Chambers of Commerce and professional associations to build recruiting pipelines (SHRM, NABA, etc.)
Teaming with the office’s Employer Relations group for cross constituent updates and planning
Maintain a dynamic knowledge base of employment trends, alumni outcomes, and industry talent needs relevant to undergraduate business majors
Analyze internal and external data sources to inform strategy and identify areas for opportunity growth
Collaborate across departments to ensure insights are integrated into employer engagement and student programming
Develop and implement an outreach and communications plan to attract and retain employers
Create customized pitch materials, sector-specific messaging, and engagement menus in partnership with Strategic Communications
Collaborate with Alumni Relations and Development to engage alumni as connectors and advocates
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics in coordination with College leadership
Track sales funnel activity, employer engagement outcomes, and hiring conversion metrics
Produce reports and presentations for stakeholders to highlight impact, trends, and return on investment
Maintain customer relationship management (CRM) tools to document touchpoints and manage pipelines effectively
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in business development, employer engagement/relations, sales, recruitment, talent acquisition, consultative sales, or B2B relationship management
Demonstrated ability to manage outreach pipelines and achieve measurable engagement goals
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, sales, and persuasion skills
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills; comfort interacting with senior professionals and stakeholders
Outstanding data analysis, strategic planning, analytical and reporting abilities
Preferred
Experience in higher education, workforce development, business development, or related fields
Familiarity with CRM systems such as Salesforce, Handshake, or Symplicity
Demonstrated success implementing and managing outreach/sales strategies
Experience developing promotional content and employer-facing communications
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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