Rhodes
Associate Director of Employer Relations
Memphis, Tennessee · Director · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago
Project ManagementRecruitingResearchCommunicationCollaborationMentoringMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Participate in professional development and contribute to team-wide strategic planning and innovation efforts. - Share insight with faculty and staff to inform advising/coaching, programming, and curricular alignment.
- A complete application includes a cover letter and a resume.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate and manage a portfolio of employer partnerships across all employment sectors to expand access to internships, full-time roles, and career experiences for Rhodes students across the country.
- Plan and execute high-impact visits with precise communication and follow-up strategies. Leverage alumni networks, faculty insights, and industry research to identify new opportunities and maintain long-term partnerships.
- Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of employer partners, developing and providing customized recruitment strategies and solutions that advance employer hiring goals, enhance student career readiness and employment outcomes, and support the College's strategic priorities.
- Maintain consistent communication through Handshake: track engagement, document career opportunities, manage job and internship postings, events, and student communication.
- Design employer engagement opportunities that align with institutional goals and employer priorities.
- Recruit and steward employer and industry partners to participate in programs and events, ensuring alignment with student career interests, academic priorities, and recruiting needs.
- Lead the coordination and execution of on-campus recruiting events, such as Career Fairs, Graduate School Fairs, and industry specific recruiting programs, collaborating with CCPD colleagues and academic units to ensure employer programs and initiatives support and enhance student career opportunities and professional networks.
- Share insight with faculty and staff to inform advising/coaching, programming, and curricular alignment. Stay informed on recruiting practices and skill demands across all employment sectors to support career preparation and success.
Requirements
- Master's degree required.
- 5 years of experience in career services, workforce development, university relations & recruiting, or similar fields required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
- Ability to work independently, travel regularly, and represent Rhodes College with professionalism.
- This position requires a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and must be insurable by the College's insurance carrier.
- Travel locally and out of town travel up to 20% is required.
- Some evening and weekend work is required.
Nice to have
- Experience working with an online career management platform required
- Handshake experience strongly preferred.
Benefits
- 403 (b) Retirement
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time (23 days)
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Tuition Remission
- For a full list of our benefits and additional information, please navigate to our benefits site.
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employer that offers an excellent benefits package and a great working environment.
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