Employer Relations Specialist

SUMMARY: 

Reporting to the Director of Career Services in the College of Science and Mathematics (CSAM), the Employer Relations Specialist will develop and implement employer engagement strategies, cultivate employer partnerships, and coordinate and secure resources to support career-related programs that expand student access to internships, cooperative education, and career opportunities. Success in this role requires independent judgment, strong collaboration skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities from inception to completion. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement employer engagement strategies aligned with college and institutional priorities.
• Build, manage, and strategically grow relationships with employer partners to expand and sustain pipelines for internships, cooperative education, and career opportunities. 
• Conduct employer site visits to deepen partnerships and increase experiential learning opportunities.
• Partner with employers to design branding and marketing strategies that maximize student engagement.
• Design, plan, and execute employer engagement programs and events, including career fairs, networking events, and site visits, with responsibility for outcomes and continuous improvement. 
• Operate with a high level of independence and accountability, exercising professional judgment while collaborating with stakeholders and leadership to advance unit and institutional goals. 
• Collaborate with CSAM departments and university career services staff to align employer engagement efforts across colleges/schools.
• Analyze employer engagement metrics, student participation, and program outcomes to inform strategy, improve effectiveness, and guide decision-making. 
• Maintain current knowledge of workforce and industry trends, particularly within science and mathematics fields.
• Ensure events are executed with strong attention to detail from planning through post-event assessment.
• Review, approve, and manage job postings in Handshake.
• Leverage platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn, and Montclair Connect to promote opportunities and engage stakeholders.
• Lead and contribute to marketing and communication strategies that promote employer partnerships and student engagement. 
• Uphold university policies related to employer engagement and student services, including FERPA.
• Represent the department at university events and serve on committees as appropriate. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college/university in higher education/student affairs, counseling, business, science, and mathematics-related fields, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of three years of experience in career services, employer relations, recruitment, or event coordination. 
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strategic relationships with employers and external partners. 
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and independently coordinate complex initiatives, including employer engagement and large-scale events. 
• Proficiency in career services platforms and technology tools (e.g., Handshake, LinkedIn, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
• Experience utilizing data to inform outreach strategies, assess program effectiveness, and support continuous improvement. 
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Flexibility to support occasional evening and weekend programming.

PREFERRED:

• Experience developing and implementing employer engagement strategies in a higher education setting, particularly with STEM-focused organizations. 
• Experience analyzing recruitment, engagement, or program data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes. 
• Familiarity with science and mathematics career pathways and experiential learning opportunities (internships, cooperative education, research placements). 

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:

Applicants should include a resume and a cover letter that describe how their background, skills, and education align with the University's needs. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the application instructions.