Assistant Director of Employer Engagement

Assistant Director of Employer Engagement

Agency:
East Texas A&M University

Department:
Student Career Preparedness

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Location:

Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Career Preparedness, the Assistant Director of Employer Engagement is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that connect employers with East Texas A&M University students and alumni. The role oversees employer engagement initiatives, including career fairs, networking events, on-campus interviews, and recruitment partnerships, while ensuring employers have a positive and effective recruiting experience.

This position plays a critical role in advancing East Texas A&M University's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) and the University Strategic Plan related to Career Readiness, ensuring students have meaningful opportunities to engage with employers and secure career pathways.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages a comprehensive employer recruitment strategy, including career fairs, networking events, information sessions, alumni engagement programs, and job shadowing opportunities.
• Coordinates on-campus interviews, Handshake job and internship postings/approvals, and promotion of opportunities to students.
• Advises external employers on effective recruiting strategies, branding opportunities, job descriptions, and hiring expectations.
• Cultivates and expands partnerships with corporations, non-profits, government agencies, and alumni to increase career and internship opportunities for students and graduates.
• Organizes and maintains the annual recruiting calendar, including timelines, deadlines, and processes for employer participation.
• Designs and manages employer communications and marketing materials, including digital and print outreach, website content, and social media.
• Develops and coordinates guest speakers and employer panels for student classes, organizations, and professional development events.
• Supports new initiatives designed to expand internship opportunities for students
• Aligns employer engagement strategies and initiatives with institutional goals outlined in the QEP and University Strategic Plan for Career Readiness.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data for departmental metrics, annual reports, and program assessment.
• Monitors employer participation, hiring outcomes, and event impact to improve services and demonstrate return on engagement.
• Builds collaborative relationships with academic departments, student organizations, and university offices to align employer engagement with institutional goals.
• Supervises and mentors student workers and interns as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Relations, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience / Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Minimum 3 years of related experience in employer relations, recruiting, career services, or talent management. Experience using career services/recruitment platforms such as Handshake, Symplicity, or 12
  
  Twenty. High level of professionalism, hospitality, and networking skills.

• Ability to:
  Build and maintain relationships with employers and campus partners. Organize multiple projects and meet deadlines. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Licensing/Professional
  
  Certifications:
  
  None.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  None.
• Other Requirements:

Preferred Education / Skills/

Experience:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Relations, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in employer relations, recruiting, or career services.
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Previous experience working with corporations, non-profits, or government agencies related to recruitment and talent development.
• Experience with data reporting, program assessment, or outcomes tracking.
• Supervisory or student mentoring experience.

Supervision of Others:

Student workers and interns as assigned, in addition to potential future full-time staff roles (e.g., Internship Coordinator)

Why Work at East Texas A&M University?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for master's and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of…