Career Center

DePaul University

Job Identification: 711
Locations: , , , ,
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: Student Services

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

The Highlights

Reporting to the Associate Director of Employer Engagement, the Assistant Director of Employer Engagement plans, hosts and evaluates job and internship fairs and is responsible for the day-to-day management of employer outreach and internship development for one specified Career Community. She/He is responsible for all event logistics, including marketing, invoicing, employer recruitment, calendar planning, securing space and communicating with venue staff; catering, student/alumni usage tracking, event set-up and producing detailed event reports. This position also builds and manages employer relationships, connects employers with students through specific programming, and supports employer connections with faculty and student organizations. This position works closely with other members of the Employer Engagement team and members of a specified Career Community. The Assistant Director also facilitates job and internship postings, provides Handshake support and advises students when needed.
Is This You?

• Manage Job & Internship Fair Program (planning, marketing, venue set up, program creation, invoicing, hosting, staffing, answering questions from students, alumni and employers, etc) and analyze event feedback to apply to future planning. Research vendors for event related purchases and make cost conscious decisions about all event related purchases. Manage pricing, invoicing, collection, depositing and tracking of all job fair employer fees.
• Manage employer outreach and engagement for one specified Career Community including outreach to new and existing employers, employer education on recruitment strategies and internship programs, on-going relationship management, and staying abreast of current employment and recruiting trends.
• Serve as a planning member of one specified Career Community team. Work closely with Career Education team members to plan and implement programming and initiatives for connecting employers and students. Build strong relationships with faculty and internal staff in order to collaborate on activities and enable stronger connections between employers, students and targeted colleges. Maintain various employer lists for the career community including target employers, strategic outreach, and employer diversity recruiting initiatives.
• Manage 1 student intern. Supervise, recruit, retain, train and provide professional development for intern including goal setting/project design, mentoring and conducting performance appraisals.
• Serve as industry expert for specified topic. Gather knowledge and develop appropriate resources for disseminating the information to the university community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Your Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years' work experience in a professional environment.
• Two or more years project management and/or event planning experience. Experience working in a university setting is preferred.
• One to two years' experience working in career development is desirable.
• Experience in relationship building is required.
• Public speaking experience in front of small and large audiences is a plus.
• Technical skills required include word processing, basic database, basic statistical analysis, Excel, PowerPoint and familiarity with social media tools.
• Experience working in employer relations or campus recruiting is a plus.
• Able to manage and prioritize several events/projects concurrently.
• Must possess a basic understanding of campus recruiting as well as internships and their relationship to the concept of experiential learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills and a knowledge of/familiarity with social media tools.
• Candidate should be able to develop career-related programs that combine faculty/academic objectives.
• Strong presentation skills are a must.
• Ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to develop and implement innovative higher-education programs, maintain positive, creative energy while working in a dynamic and changing environment.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Manages 1 student employees: Job Fair Intern - recruit, train, guide, motivate, retain and advocate for among the other staff members he/she interacts with.

Financial Responsibilities

• Research vendors for event-related purchases (thank you gifts, table/chair rental, table covers, etc.).
• Manage pricing, invoicing, collection, depositing and tracking of all job fair employer fees.
• Make cost conscious decisions about all event-related purchases (catering, programs, venue fees, etc.).

Additional Information

Must be able to work evenings approximately 2 times per month and approximately 2 Saturdays per year.
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Matching retirement plan up to 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents!
• Full-Time Benefits

Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Required COVID-19 Vaccination:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent upon receiving all recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, including the booster, or having a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. To request a religious or medical exemption, please email [email protected]

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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