Full-Time Assistant Director, Employer Engagement & Outreach
Job Description
Assistant Director, Employer Engagement & Outreach
Department Summary:
Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation for global engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our https://www.bridgew.edu/bsuvalues, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Director serves as the primary contact for Bridgewater State University for all employer engagement-related activities to expand partnerships and increase internships and job opportunities for students and alumni/ae.
Supervision Received: Reports to the Associate Director
Supervision Exercised: Student Workers, Graduate Assistants, Clerical and Support Staff
This position is located on campus in Bridgewater, MA. This position is eligible for hybrid/remote work in accordance with BSU’s remote work policy.
This is an APA position and is subject to the terms of that union agreement.
Position Type: APA Professional
Essential Duties:
• Serves as the primary contact for employers interested in recruiting Bridgewater State University students and alumni for jobs, internships, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Manage the on-campus recruitment program and coordinate industry panels, career fairs, and networking events. Provide leadership and closely collaborate with faculty and staff to oversee all facets of large-scale events such as career fairs, networking events, employer information sessions, and other engagement activities.
• Conduct ongoing assessment and provide feedback of the effectiveness of the employer engagement activities.
• Identify and cultivate alumni and corporate partners aligned with university academic programs and student interests. Develop outreach strategies to attract, establish, and retain recruiting relationships with employer partners.
• Maintain a calendar of recruiting schedules, making changes as necessary based on the needs of recruiters, availability of space, and class/work schedules of the students. Manage all employer-related activities in Handshake, including but not limited to job postings, information sessions, career fair registrations, employer sponsorships, first destination surveys, internship data tracking, and employment trends.
• Develop regular communication and promotional materials promoting the university’s initiatives, programs, and events with alumni and prospective and current employer partners.
• Collaborate with Advancement to cultivate alumni engagement in career development activities such as speaker series, professional training, mentorship, and leadership development programs.
• Identify the latest industry trends and workforce development related to student and alumni career development.
• Create sponsorship opportunities that help employers increase their campus recruiting brand and generate department resources.
• Track alumni and employer engagement activities utilizing Handshake. Provide reporting on outreach and engagement activity to department leadership, maintain data in the system, and train staff on utilization.
• Collaborate with department staff as well as the division of Enrollment, Marketing and Communications to collect alumni and student outcomes and success stories.
• Provide coverage for walk-in appointments or career advisement sessions for students and alumni when needed.
• Conduct career development workshops and connect students with alumni for career advancement.
• Support the first destination data collection effort and contribute information for the Office’s annual report.
• Perform other duties assigned by the senior management team of the office.
Some evening hours and travel will be required for this position.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Three to five years of professional experience in human resources/college recruiting or college/university career services setting.
• Experience planning large-scale events.
• Proven record in developing meaningful relationships with alumni and corporate partners.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate high professionalism with a strong ability to speak publicly at events and/or create professional presentation materials.
• Excellent technical background, including high-level knowledge of Handshake, Microsoft Suite products, and social media such as LinkedIn.
• Requires some weekend nights and weekend work availability.
• Extremely organized and able to manage multiple priorities and creatively solve problems.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Student Personnel/Higher Education, Human Resources, or related degree
• Experience using, maintaining records, and running reports utilizing a Client Relationship Management (CRM) product
• Experience collaborating with employers, faculty, alumni, and underrepresented students.
• Experience with and commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) issues within the college campus and the workplace.
• Demonstrated knowledge of early talent recruitment trends and the latest employment laws.
Work Environment:
Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcm.maxient.com%2Freportingform.php%3FBridgewaterStateUniv%26layout_id%3D18&data=04%7C01%7CHRICHARDSGAY%40bridgew.edu%7Cae02968cb954465a33ee08d97c70c24d%7C48ec3bf8d1654eabbbeef8d5307f46e1%7C0%7C0%7C637677645998136535%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=EVfCi7aR57zPQiGhKaSVgRxnTXX5NBrxzf4N1lS3VfQ%3D&reserved=0
Special Conditions for Eligibility:
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000
Posting Number: S01018P
Open Date: 09/21/2023
Close Date: 10/22/2023
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:
* A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter
* Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidate’s past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the university’s efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates’ application materials.
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Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
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