Community Relations Specialist

Community Relations Specialist

Herzing University's Minneapolis Campus currently has a Community Relations Specialist opening! The Community Relations Specialist plays a key role in enhancing Herzing University's brand visibility and fostering strong relationships with the community, employers and clinical partners.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree, bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in event planning, recruitment, community engagement or related experience preferred.
• Experience in employer outreach, sales or networking preferred.

Compensation is determined based on the qualifications, experience, and circumstances of each hire. It is uncommon for new employees to start near the top of the salary range. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition waiver and reimbursement program, health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan. The salary range for this position is $52,107 to $70,497.

Some travel (approx. 40%) will be required with potential for overnight stay. Typical schedule will be Monday through Friday with occasional weekends or evenings.

Responsibilities:

• Leads community outreach efforts and recruitment initiatives. Independently plans and executes presentations to employers with minimal support from supervisor.
• Partners with supervisor to conduct employer outreach and territory building.
• Coordinates and leads events on campus or with community partners.
• Attends community outreach events and other special events to enhance the brand and reputation of Herzing University and obtain student inquiries.
• Creates and distributes communications to internal and external stakeholders to promote university-hosted activities and community events.
• Responds to inquiries from community members and other interested parties, coordinating with appropriate spokespeople or information sources when necessary.
• Collaborates with the marketing and social media teams to promote campus and community events, boosting awareness and supporting the university's brand.
• Partners with the Senior Director of Community Relations to standardize processes for building and maintaining relationships with clinical partners, employers, and community organizations.
• Partners with Admissions and marketing teams to promote events and activities through social media and other channels.
• While attending events and community engagement activities, the Community Relations Specialist will identify potential clinical and campus partnerships.
• Collaborates on programs and events to strengthen relationships with clinical and externship partners.
• Engages with local employers to identify job opportunities aligned with academic programs.
• Assists in organizing and attending career fairs to connect graduates with employers, benefiting both the community and the university's reputation.
• Works with Career Development and the Alumni Association to increase alumni engagement, support reenrollment efforts, and drive referrals.
• Operates with the highest level of ethics and integrity at all times.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than half of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move around the work location.
• Constantly operates office and/or teach equipment which may include computers, copiers, fax machines, audio/visuals.
• Frequently uses voice and hearing to communicate with students, staff or colleagues face-to-face or over the telephone.
• Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
• Occasionally move, carry, or lift 10 pounds.
• 40% travel.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.