Job Description

The University of Indianapolis is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Employer Engagement for The Professional Edge Center. This role is focused on building and maintaining strategic partnerships with regional employers across diverse industries, including healthcare, liberal arts, sciences, education, social work, psychology, business, engineering, and sports management. The Director will play a pivotal role in securing internships, work-based learning, and full-time employment opportunities for UIndy students and recent graduates, while driving revenue through sponsorships and branding initiatives. Additionally, the Director will work collaboratively with academic schools to enhance experiential learning across all disciplines.

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Tuition Discount
Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals
Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
Employee Discounts & Services
Free Parking
Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Employer Relationship Management

Establish and nurture partnerships with local, regional, and national employers across target industries.
Understand employers' hiring needs and talent cycles to ensure positive student outcomes.
Conduct regular meetings with employers to assess needs, gather feedback, and strengthen relationships.
Develop and distribute annual employer surveys focused on hiring forecasts, soft skill requirements, and training needs.
Track employer interactions and partnerships using a CRM system.

Revenue Generation

Create and implement sponsorship packages for The Professional Edge Center and branding opportunities across campus.
Actively promote sponsorship packages to employers, ensuring alignment with their recruitment and marketing goals.
Oversee the fulfillment of sponsorship commitments and track associated revenue.

Event Coordination

Collaborate with Professional Edge Center Coaches to organize employer engagement events such as job fairs, industry panels, and networking sessions.
Coordinate employer visits to campus, including on-site interviews, campus tours, and information sessions.
Facilitate employer participation in university-wide events to enhance recruitment efforts.

Marketing And Promotion

Partner with Marketing and Communications to create promotional materials that highlight employer engagement opportunities.
Use communication channels such as social media, newsletters, and websites to share success stories and employer partnerships.
Ensure consistent messaging and branding through collaboration with the marketing team.

Other Responsibilities

Lead various departmental projects, ensuring clear communication, timeline adherence, and completion of deliverables.
Develop procedures to ensure the continuity of departmental operations.
Collaborate with campus departments to foster partnerships and facilitate smooth transitions for students, alumni, and employers.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Higher Education, Marketing).
Strong understanding of the recruitment landscape in healthcare, liberal arts, sciences, education, social work, psychology, business, engineering, and sports management.
Proven success in revenue generation through sponsorship sales and strategic partnerships.
Excellent communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders, including employers, faculty, students, and administrators.
Demonstrated project management skills, including event planning and execution.
Familiarity with CRM systems, marketing tools, and data analytics is preferred.

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