Director of Employer Relations for Bumpers College at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas
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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
CPLP | Career Services Administration
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Director of Employer Relations will be an employee of the University Career Development Center (CDC) and a full-time liaison to the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (Bumpers College). The Director will develop and implement strategies designed to increase employment opportunities for Bumpers College graduate and undergraduate students and recent alumni. The Director will coordinate employer recruiting on campus including scheduling employer speakers in the classrooms, and employer information sessions. The Director will also facilitate seminars, industry tours and trainings for faculty and students to increase awareness of employment opportunities and build relationships with industry. The Director will be a co-report to and be evaluated by the Executive Director of the CDC and the Dean of Bumpers College. Bumpers College will provide the Director with workspace and office equipment. The space will be connected to Student Services within Bumpers College Waldrip Student Center. The position is funded, and administrative support is provided by the CDC and Bumpers College.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five years of full-time, professional work experience in a career center or counseling, higher education administration, human resources, business/corporate or employer relations, marketing/external relations, university advancement/development, or a field that closely aligns with the objectives of the position
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five years of full-time professional work experience in a career center or counseling, higher education administration, business/corporate or employer relations, human resources, marketing/external relations, university advancement/development, or a field that closely aligns with the objectives of the position
Experiencein community relations, industry partnerships, or other similar experience
Experience using a variety of professional strategies such as cold calling to identify and develop relationships with potential and existing employers and partners
Experience working with Handshake or similar Career Services Management software
Experience coordinating and executing large events such as career fairs, webinars, or similar events
Experience developing and utilizing marketing strategies to promote services and upcoming events to potential and current employers, students, faculty, or other constituents
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to develop and maintain relationships and regular communication with employers
Ability to effectively establish rapport, understand corporate and community organization's needs, present information, and respond to questions
Ability to work with a diverse constituency at all levels of the organization
Ability to travel frequently in and out of state to meet with employers and other relevant partners to identify their hiring needs
Ability to set and exceed goals
Ability to submit timely and accurate reports
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Additional Information:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
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