Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

This role will manage a program for employer development within the Center for Career Engagement (CCE), focusing on identifying and cultivating relationships with key industry leaders to secure job and internship opportunities for students. The position involves executing an outreach plan in collaboration with the Senior Associate Director, Employer Development, and other university partners to enhance employer engagement.

Job Description

Employer Development

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify potential relationships with target organizations.
• Collaborate closely with the teams in the Center for Career Engagement to align on target organizations, define outcomes, and articulate the benefits of partnerships.
• Develop relationships with key decision-makers in target companies.
• Represent the CCE at networking events to foster new contacts and generate leads.
• Follow up on leads generated from employer engagement, advancement, and university partners.
• Generate relationships and partnerships with organizations that will lead to internships and jobs for students.
• Coordinate with and educate directors and career coaches to inform them of market and industry trends affecting student employment prospects.

Develop Go-To-Market Strategy

• Collaborate with leadership and internal stakeholders to develop and update the strategy for go-to-market outreach.
• Identify target companies and key industries for establishing new relationships.
• Implement the plan in collaboration with the Senior Associate Director, Employer Development, and the student affairs advancement team.

Business and Industry Knowledge

• Contribute to the overall employer development strategy by staying abreast of market trends.
• Advise on market positioning and potential growth areas in collaboration with the leadership team.

Administration

• Ensure contacts and related information in the CRM and databases are current, including engagement records.

Collaboration

• Student Advising: Meet with students and alumni, per office policies, to provide general advice and customized strategies for successful career searches.

Other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (4 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in social sciences or STEM fields or terminal degree in education, library sciences or related fields.
• Experience working with international students and/or under-resourced students is desirable.
• Six years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Career Development & Planning, Career Coaching/Counseling/Advising, or Training and Development.
• Demonstrated stellar interpersonal skills needed, as well as strong skills in relationship-building, advising, organization, leadership, and creative thinking.
• Demonstrated client/peer relationship management skills and orientation.
• Ability to problem solve and work with little supervision while depending on collaboration across a matrixed organization to achieve success; strong initiative and follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to build highly effective curricula and programming.
• Outstanding communication skills, both one-on-one and in small and large groups.
• Experience in a design related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree - Business

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Sales, Marketing Or Business Development. (2 Years), Higher Education (1 Year)

Skills:

Adaptability, Adobe Creative Studio, Business, CRM Database Management, Data Assessment, Flexible Mindset, Independent Judgment, Interpersonal Communication, Project Management, Self-Direction, Strategy Development, Teamwork, Travel Business, Working Independently

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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