Associate Director of Employer Relations

Overview The Associate Director of Employer Relations plays a critical role in expanding the professional ecosystem for Carlson students. This position is responsible for identifying and cultivating new corporate leads, managing high-level strategic partnerships, and serving as a subject matter expert for specific industry portfolios. Through adopting the Career Connected Model, the Associate Director collaborates with career coaches, faculty, and campus partners to embed career awareness and employer engagement throughout the student experience, ensuring students encounter meaningful connections with employers and career concepts in a variety of contexts. Working with the Director of Employer Relations and the Employer Relations team, s/he will assist with the planning and execution of career events, including career fairs, career exploration conferences, and networking events. Some local, regional and national travel may be required, which may involve evening and weekend work. This is a hybrid position with some days in the office and some remote work. Job details: Job ID: 373476 Location: Twin Cities Job Family: Student Services Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Job Code: 9703EG Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin Job Description Business Development and Relationship Building (30%) Network Expansion: Establish and execute strategies to grow the Career Center and Carlson's network on national and global levels, focusing on target companies and locations aligned with student interests and Carlson initiatives. Innovative Partnerships: Develop tailored strategies for engaging new organizations or those with limited existing ties to Carlson. Partner with external placement agencies and third-party recruiters. Identifying Opportunities & Geographic Locations to Increase Engagement: Identify and secure relevant opportunities for all students/programs. Identify new opportunities for international students to work in the US. Strategic Partnership & Industry Specialization (25%) Account Management: Serve as the primary subject matter expert for identified industry portfolios, conducting regular account planning meetings to align company hiring needs with student engagement strategies. Career Connection Integration: Partner with internal stakeholders to embed employer presence across academic programming and alumni networks. Data-Driven Reporting & Review: Utilize LinkedIn, 12Twenty, Salesforce, and other tools to track engagement, analyze internship/employment data, and provide market updates to leadership, coaching teams, and students. Collaboration & Partnership: Work with CBCC team members to execute large events and assist with all-hands events like on-campus interviews and industry spotlights. Partner with coaching team on the strategic execution of career treks and site visits. Marketing & Strategic Programming (15%) Event Innovation: Design and implement connectivity events, such as panels, career fairs, and networking sessions, in collaboration with Operations and Coaching teams. Market Intelligence: Conduct research on potential employment markets and manage reporting to analyze on-campus recruiting results and employer satisfaction. Admissions Partnership: Support student recruitment by ensuring corporate sponsorship and presence at prospective student events. Employer Partner Council (EPC): Coordinate and attend EPC meetings and identify topics and new organizations for Council. Student Services (15%) Direct Advocacy: Meet one-on-one with students to provide industry and alumni contacts and job search strategies, focusing on students needing additional assistance. Club & Experiential Engagement: Build relationships with student clubs and experiential programming to include leaders in site visits and treks to target cities. Collaborative Programming: Partner with the coaching team to design career programming and project-based work for students. Integrate industry-specific insights into student advising with the coaching team. Operations & Leadership (15%) Operational Excellence: Partner with Operations to execute virtual and on-campus engagement while benchmarking employer satisfaction via surveys and feedback. Strategic Support: Assist the Director with ranking surveys by providing recruiting statistics and corporate contact data. Continuous Improvement: Propose ideas to enhance recruitment operations, student engagement, and cross-departmental collaboration. All Hands Events: Assist at large events such as Career Fairs, Networking Receptions, Orientations, and Commencement. Other duties as assigned. Note: The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Qualifications MINIMUM / ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree plus at least four years of relevant experience or Master’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SELECTION CRITERIA:

Experience in relationship management, business development and management, project management and/or sales/marketing. Experience in and understanding of career center management or corporate recruiting. Experience with increasing levels of responsibility in business development, account management, or relationship management. Self-driven, motivated, and results oriented. Able to work individually and as part of a team. Excellent relationship-building skills. Strong multitasking and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize, perform and follow through on initiatives. Proficient presentation, communication, and time management skills. Strong presentation, communication, organization and time management skills. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $62,000 to $69,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment: 100% Appointment Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application via the My Job Applications page. For accommodation requests during the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Diversity The University recognizes and values diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience. The University is committed to equal access and opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. For more information, visit Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the University The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is among the largest public research universities, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, the university benefits from partnerships with health centers, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit and public service organizations. The university has been recognized as a Top Workplace and employer of choice in various rankings. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Minnesota