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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

Associate Director, Employer Relations & Data Analytics

Athens, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is associated with the University of Georgia, a leading institution in public higher education. The Associate Director of Employer Relations & Data Analytics plays a critical leadership role in implementing employer engagement initiatives, managing partnerships, and analyzing data to enhance employer relations and inform decision-making.

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Responsibilities

Work in close partnership with the Director of Employer Relations and the Office of Business Engagement (OBE) to manage relationships with current and prospective employers

Cultivate new employer partnerships aligned with institutional goals

Assist in developing and refining systems to assess and track industry partnerships and engagement levels

Conduct corporate site visits and proactive outreach to increase employer participation in Career Center events and initiatives

Provide consultation to employers seeking engagement across UGA’s campus

Support and grow the UGA Career Center Employer Partners Program

Supervise one full-time staff member on the Employer Relations Team and one student staff member (intern, graduate assistant, or student worker), providing guidance, support, and regular performance feedback to ensure alignment with team goals and Career Center priorities

Serve as the primary liaison to a designated team of career consultants, providing strategic guidance through individual consultations, team meetings, and targeted professional development initiatives to support the cultivation of academic unit–employer partnerships

Collaborate with campus stakeholders to promote Career Center services and maintain strong referral networks

Engage with faculty and administrators to stay current on academic trends and align employer strategies accordingly

Lead and support the implementation of employer relations initiatives

Coordinate in-state and out-of-state career treks to connect students with employers that align with UGA’s emerging academic strengths

Develop customized recruiting plans to enhance academic unit-employer partnerships

Conduct strategic outreach to employers in Georgia and nationally to align with UGA’s emerging academic strengths

Organize interdisciplinary career fairs that attract students from across schools and colleges and meet employer needs

Establish new pipelines between employers and student organizations to foster impactful on-campus engagement

Collaborate with OBE and the Office of Academic Affairs to evaluate and assess UGA’s academic priorities in the context of workforce development and recruiting strategy

Provide strategic leadership in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of employer engagement data to inform decision-making and enhance partnerships

Oversee systems and protocols for reporting employer relations metrics to internal stakeholders, including the career consultant team, OBE, and academic and administrative campus partners

Develop comprehensive career fair summary reports that include quantitative and qualitative insights on student and employer participation, survey outcomes, and recommendations for future improvement

Lead the design, implementation, and analysis of post-event surveys for students and employers to capture satisfaction, outcomes, and opportunities for innovation

Leverage the Handshake Employer Relationship Management (ERM) tools to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of employer contacts, recruiting activity, and engagement trends across career events and programs

Serve as a key liaison to the Office of Alumni Relations, Office of Development, and the division’s Communications Department

Partner with the UGA Mentor Program and Alumni Relations to identify and engage alumni and parents as potential employers and advocates

Develop referral pipelines that connect alumni and donors to engagement opportunities through the Career Center

Represent the Career Center at national and regional professional association events to remain informed of employer trends and build networks

Participate in and help lead signature Career Center events and initiatives—including Resume Critique Days, Mock Interview Days, the Arch Ready Professionalism Certificate, UGA Orientation, and the Career Outcomes Survey—with a focus on actively engaging employers, particularly those aligned with UGA’s emerging academic strengths and strategic priorities

Qualification

Data analyticsEmployer relationsProject managementCareer services experienceMarketing experienceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Seasoned professional with a background in serving students, experience in building and maintaining relationships, and marketing experience

Excellent interpersonal skills and be resourceful and self-reliant

Excellent technical skills

Be adept at engaging others through collaboration and have the ability to take initiative to grow the program

Strong project management skills

Strong program management skills

Strong data analytics skills

Outstanding leadership skills to influence

Preferred

Master's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, counseling, or related field

Career services experience is preferred. Specifically, experience providing comprehensive advising and career counseling related to career exploration and job-related skill development

Strong communication skills and ability to develop and cultivate relationships across campus and with employer populations