Identifies, develops, and maintains relationships with employers to increase the recruitment activity within the University of Florida. Works within the career center’s industry engagement plan to engage with industry and connect back to campus. Serves as a coach to aid organizations in developing their recruitment strategy. Responsible for increasing the number of recruiting companies through emails, phone calls and consultations. Assist in fostering connections between thousands of employers and the UF community.
Executes center-wide employer engagement strategy for new employers that aligns with the Center’s strategic priorities to advance career development and experience/opportunities for students. Engagement strategy includes managing employer research, outreach, follow-up and tracking. Works with campus stakeholders serving as a liaison to campus unit(s) to provide support for employers coming to campus recruit.
Responsible for providing support for the Center’s employer related communications and programming to inform industry of best recruiting practices. Programming support includes logistics and management of relevant content, guest speakers, marketing, website information, webinars, guides, newsletters, and other items as appropriate.
Supports the day-to-day management of traditional recruiting programs to advance industry engagement and strategic industry success outcomes to advance the mission of the career center. Day-to-day administrative operations of traditional recruiting programs include the on-campus interview program, information sessions, employer-hosted events, and job postings.
Aids in maintaining quantitative and qualitative records for various types of interactions for assessment and reporting purposes to demonstrate impact. Responsible for tracking and reporting on engagement for industry stakeholders. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of employment trends and appropriate career development information.
Performs other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor and higher authorities in the department and division. Lives out the career center’s values in all aspects of their job functions.
Career Connections Center Values:
- We advocate for all aspects of diversity
- We actively foster community
- We empower professional growth and personal care
- We are driven to make a purposeful impact
- We carry a spirit of creativity and innovation
- We play!