Employer Engagement Professional @ University of Vermont

Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to move humankind forward. Today, UVM is a Public Ivy and top 100 research university of a perfect size, large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet small enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study, from bachelor’s to M.D. programs. Here, students’ educational experience and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and independent spirit of Vermont. UVM provides students endless ways to explore the world, challenge ideas, and dig in on the most pressing issues of our time.

Job Summary:
Grow relationships with employers and alumni to increase employer engagement and enhance student career opportunities. Implement strategies and programming goals to ensure Grossman School of Business (GSB) students have broad exposure to potential career opportunities within and outside Vermont. Drive initiatives to provide integrated work-based learning opportunities aligned with academic degree plans. Collaborate with the GSB Center for Student Success (CSS) for student work-integrated placements. Coordinate messaging related to work-integrated activities, outcomes, and experiences, and execute marketing and communications activities. Serve as external liaison and outreach for employer relationships.

Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in a related field and two to four years related experience required. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships across organizations. Demonstrated understanding of business field career opportunities. Industry experience is critical. Experience developing early career talent programs and managing employer and organizational relationships. Demonstrated ability to utilize communications and social media platforms, customer relationship management systems, and electronic program assessment surveys and tools. Effective organizational, communication, team collaboration, and people skills with attention to detail. Demonstrated multicultural competence and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Desirable Qualifications:
Strong preference for business administration, marketing, or communications degrees. Experience designing and executing early talent career programs is strongly preferred. Strong communication and presentation skills.

For further information on this posting, or to apply with electronic application, resume, cover letter, and a list of references with contact information, follow these links: https://www.uvm.edu/business/careers-grossman-school, https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/78640 Tel: 802.656.3150. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.