Post University · 1 day ago
Dir. Employer Relations Experiential Learning
Waterbury, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expPost University is seeking a Director of Employer Relations and Experiential Learning to lead strategic initiatives that expand employer partnerships and enhance experiential learning opportunities. This role involves overseeing employer-facing programs, managing key relationships, and integrating employer engagement into the student experience.
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Responsibilities
Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of the Manager of Employer Relations and Experiential Learning
Develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with institutional goals and departmental priorities
Partner with the Director of Alumni Career Engagement on shared outreach, events, and marketing to engage employers and alumni
Oversee employer engagement and event budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and resource allocation plans
Represent the department at professional conferences and events; share key insights with staff and strengthen the office’s visibility in the field
Collaborate with departments and contribute to campus-wide initiatives and committees as appropriate
Build and sustain employer, faculty, alumni, and industry relationships
Collaborate with partners to expand experiential learning, hiring pipelines, and partnerships
Oversee strategy for expanding internship and experiential learning pipelines across academic programs
Coordinate employer involvement in classroom visits, panels, and student-facing programming
Collaborate with Career Coaches to match students with experiential opportunities and ensure successful experiences through employer feedback
Support faculty in embedding employer-led content into curriculum and classroom activities
Lead the development of employer-facing marketing strategies and oversee outreach campaigns in collaboration with the Manager
Promote inclusive employer engagement strategies that reflect the diversity of the student body and institutional values
Report on employer engagement, event outcomes, internship pipelines, and partnership trends
Develop dashboards to visualize internship growth, employer engagement, and event impact
Oversee use of Handshake as the centralized system for employer engagement, event coordination, and experiential learning tracking
There will be other duties as assigned for the position. This position requires a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend hours to meet the operational needs of the Career Development Center
Qualification
Required
Master's degree required
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in employer relations, career services, or a related field
Demonstrated success in building strategic partnerships and managing experiential learning programs
Supervisory experience required
Preferred
Proven ability to cultivate and sustain employer relationships across diverse industries
Skilled in organizing employer events, classroom visits, and networking programs that connect students with professionals
Experience in developing marketing strategies and outreach campaigns for employer engagement
Strong understanding of inclusive engagement practices and workforce development trends
Ability to manage budgets, assess program effectiveness, and use data to inform strategy
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives and contributing to institutional planning
Proficiency with Handshake, Big Interview, and UConnect for employer engagement and career services delivery
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for documentation, reporting, and communication
Company
Post University
Post University is a private, for-profit university in Waterbury, Connecticut, and was founded in 1890.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-17Acquired
Leadership Team
S
Sandra G. Affenito
Chief Academic Officer | Provost
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