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Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations, School of Communications

Requisition Number: 20122635
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: June - May
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8 am - 5 pm

Summary Position
Why Elon University?Elon University is a mid-sized private university of approximately 6,300 undergraduate students and 1,000 graduate students, located in the heart of North Carolina. Elon has built a national reputation as the premier student-centered liberal arts university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. The university is known for academic excellence across the curriculum, and for experiential learning programs in study abroad, undergraduate research, leadership, interfaith dialogue, civic engagement, and community service. Elon is the only university in the nation recognized by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.'
Why Elon's Student Professional Development Center?The Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) is Elon University's career services office. The SPDC supports the professional development of all undergraduate and graduate students, except for Elon Law. Elon Law has a dedicated team of career advisors located on the Elon Law campus in Greensboro. The SPDC also provides professional development assistance to alumni for a lifetime.The SPDC works under a hub and spoke model with operations centralized out of the main office in the Moseley Student Center. Each 'spoke' is led by a Senior Associate Director. SPDC has satellite offices in the Love School of Business's Koury Business Center and in the School of Communications' McEwen Building. It's critical for these satellite offices to be embedded in our two largest professional schools. Although staff can work with all students, the staff in each satellite office have expert insight into the industries and fields of their perspective schools.Currently ranked #9 for Career Services by the Princeton Review, and #9 for Internships by the US News and World Report, Elon University is a national leader in the career services space.
How you will Achieve More with the Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) at Elon University:The Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations' purpose is to enhance, deepen, and cultivate relationships with companies and organizations to best position students and alumni from the School of Communications as well as throughout Elon University for internship and job opportunities. This is done in tandem with executing the strategic plan that aligns with the goals of the University, the SPDC, and the School of Communications (SOC).
As a new team member your work will include:

• CER Strategic Planning: Collaborating with fellow CER colleagues in the development of a new strategic plan for the corporate and employer relations team.
  • The corporate and employer relations team is comprised of two additional externally facing professionals who support outreach, on-campus events, programs, interviews, and information sessions for our employer partners.
  • Built 10 years ago, the corporate and employer relations team's work has evolved as economic needs have changed and recruiting processes have shifted.
  • This role will collaborate with SPDC staff and SOC faculty and staff to assess the work that is currently being done and in collaboration with the CER team, create the next iteration of corporate and employer relations outreach, travel and assessment.
  
  
  
• Employer Engagement, Maintenance & Travel: Visit destinations where SOC students want to intern and pursue full-time opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with employers that align with student professional goals. (10-15% of time).
  • Each CER professional travels 1x per month for 2 to 3 days to a top location for internships and employment of Elon students. Prior to arranging travel plans, the Associate Director will complete a great deal of research utilizing first destination data that target key cities, to working with SPDC career advisors to learn which organizations students are interested in. The communications industry is constantly changing and so are industry contacts and recruiters. It is imperative that the successful candidate creates and maintains a tracking system. The individual will be expected to utilize LinkedIn and build relationships with alumni and professors to gain introductory meetings. Utilizing a highly individualized approach, the Associate Director will be communicating with industry partners via email and phone. Once a meeting is accepted an expertise in logistics is necessary to accommodate 7- 9 meetings throughout a city in approximately 2.5 days. The typical meeting with a communications professional is short 20-45 minutes, so you must be precise in your questions and representations as well as being friendly and approachable. Follow-up consists of thank you notes, CER reports, job and internship postings and documenting future opportunities.
  • You must be able to work autonomously and make quick decisions in unfamiliar settings, build relationships quickly with industry representatives, and always represent Elon University in a professional manner.
• Employer Events, Info Sessions, and Classroom Visits:
  • Identify employers for large and small-scale recruiting events and determine their specific needs (classroom/student organization presentations, tabling, panels), balancing the time of year, economic situation, employer preferences, and budgets. Recruiting events happen multiple times each semester.
  • The bi-annual Job/Internship Expos require outreach to top employers throughout the country to attend the series of events virtually or in-person. Once a guest list is complete, follow-up emails and conversations are necessary to make sure their needs are met while at Elon.
  • Host employers for day or day-long interactions on-campus and collaborate with appropriate Elon faculty/staff to develop itinerary.
  • This includes in-class presentations as well as information sessions with clubs and leadership groups. These events are a collaboration between the CER team, the SPDC, the School of Communications, the students, and other vital constituents.
  • Develop opportunities for students to engage with employers on-site (i.e. treks) and logistics surrounding visits.
  • Once the events are complete, following up with thank you notes and gathering feedback from the companies and organizations is done to help improve future endeavors. Planning for these events continues throughout the year, many times casual verbal invitations are relayed to employers while traveling and meeting them in person.
• Industry Expertise: Becoming an expert in industry trends and hiring needs for communications students and students who aspire to intern and work in a communications setting.
  • Acquisition of jobs and internships and constant monitoring of opportunities.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for inbound internships and jobs from a variety of sources: EJN, career advisors, internship directors, advancement, alumni, admissions, office-wide email, LinkedIn, and personal contacts.
  • Responsible for all immediate and long-term follow-up from sources listed above.
  • As needed, solicit opportunities from career advisors to understand gaps in opportunities on EJN and sources.
  • Provide expertise on hiring trends within the communications industry, working closely with the SOC career advising staff in making sure that SOC students are being coached properly for the application process.
  • This role will also help to inform SOC deans and faculty of changing needs in skills and qualifications of business students so that the school can continue to align the curriculum with the future of work.
• University Representation On & Off Campus: Working autonomously, as a member of the CER team, the SPDC team and the School of Communications the Associate Director of Corporate and Employers Relations is a central part of representing Elon University to the greater community and country.
  • The partnership and alignment of goals with the university include being a representative at events such Elon Leads, presenting and answering questions during Diversity, Equity and Inclusion potential student zoom calls, Parent's Council Career Committee and other leadership, alumni, employers, parents, and student gatherings.
  • As DE&I are an integral part of Elon's strategic plan it is important that the CER Associate Director not only participate in groups like Unity in Communications and the SPDC's Diversity Committee but takes a leadership role. This is important to align the university with companies that value diversity and to assist in ensuring that underrepresented student populations can achieve their career goals and aspirations.
• Other Duties as Assigned:
  • Speaking engagements
  • Projects from Administration - Regional Centers, Corporate Outreach, etc.
  • Regional and national professional association involvement.

Meet your future team:The Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) team is a self-motivated and lively group, with an innate curiosity to learn. This team includes 20 individuals who are eager to do everything that they can to help Elon students. You will report to the Senior Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations for the Love School of Business, who oversees the strategic vision of the SPDC for the university. As a member of the School of Communications SPDC satellite office, your team consists of 3 energetic team members, who meet biweekly to strategize, execute, and celebrate accomplishments. The team works closely together to coordinate efforts and use individual strengths. We enjoy an inclusive environment that is looking for a culture add.We can't wait to see what you will bring to our team!
Education Requirements: Master's degree is required.
Degree/Major: MBA, Human Resources, College Student Personnel, Student Affairs, Communications, Sport Management, Counseling, or other communications related major.

Years of Experience: Five or more years of experience in a career office or corporate sector experience (background in recruiting a plus).

Experience Detail: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Special Instructions to Applicants: A successful background working in a school of communications career office in lieu of direct corporate working experience is acceptable. The successful applicant must possess and evidence outstanding communication skills (interpersonal, written, and oral), the ability to effectively multi-task, strong attention to detail, prior program/event development and implementation, and possess a strong customer service orientation.

Please submit all the following: Resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The Search Committee will begin to review applications on August 7th.

Education Requirements
Education Requirements: Masters degree is required.

Degree/Major:
Length of Experience:
Supervisory Experience: No

Supervisory Experience Detail
This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Special Skills or Experience


Special Instructions to Applicants


Posting Date: 07/14/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations purpose is to enhance, deepen, and cultivate relationships with companies and organizations to best position students and alumni from the School of Communications as well as throughout Elon University for internship and job opportunities. This is done in tandem with executing the strategic plan that aligns with the goals of the University, the SPDC, and the School of Communications (SOC).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
As a new team member your work will include: CER Strategic Planning: Collaborating with fellow CER colleagues in the development of a new strategic plan for the corporate and employer relations team.

• The corporate and employer relations team is comprised of two additional externally facing professionals who support outreach, on-campus events, programs, interviews, and information sessions for our employer partners.
• Built 10 years ago, the corporate and employer relations teams work has evolved as economic needs have changed and recruiting processes have shifted.
• This role will collaborate with SPDC staff and SOC faculty and staff to assess the work that is currently being done and in collaboration with the CER team, create the next iteration of corporate and employer relations outreach, travel and assessment.

Employer Engagement, Maintenance & Travel: Visit destinations where SOC students want to intern and pursue full-time opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with employers that align with student professional goals. (10-15% of time).

• Each CER professional travels 1x per month for 2 to 3 days to a top location for internships and employment of Elon students. Prior to arranging travel plans, the Associate Director will complete a great deal of research utilizing first destination data that target key cities, to working with SPDC career advisors to learn which organizations students are interested in. The communications industry is constantly changing and so are industry contacts and recruiters. It is imperative that the successful candidate creates and maintains a tracking system. The individual will be expected to utilize LinkedIn and build relationships with alumni and professors to gain introductory meetings. Utilizing a highly individualized approach, the Associate Director will be communicating with industry partners via email and phone. Once a meeting is accepted an expertise in logistics is necessary to accommodate 7- 9 meetings throughout a city in approximately 2.5 days. The typical meeting with a communications professional is short 20-45 minutes, so you must be precise in your questions and representations as well as being friendly and approachable. Follow-up consists of thank you notes, CER reports, job and internship postings and documenting future opportunities.
• You must be able to work autonomously and make quick decisions in unfamiliar settings, build relationships quickly with industry representatives, and always represent Elon University in a professional manner.

Employer Events, Info Sessions, and Classroom Visits: Identify employers for large and small-scale recruiting events and determine their specific needs (classroom/student organization presentations, tabling, panels), balancing the time of year, economic situation, employer preferences, and budgets. Recruiting events happen multiple times each semester.

• The bi-annual Job/Internship Expos require outreach to top employers throughout the country to attend the series of events virtually or in-person. Once a guest list is complete, follow-up emails and conversations are necessary to make sure their needs are met while at Elon.
• Host employers for day or day-long interactions on-campus and collaborate with appropriate Elon faculty/staff to develop itinerary.
• This includes in-class presentations as well as information sessions with clubs and leadership groups. These events are a collaboration between the CER team, the SPDC, the School of Communications, the students, and other vital constituents.
• Develop opportunities for students to engage with employers on-site (i.e. treks) and logistics surrounding visits.
• Once the events are complete, following up with thank you notes and gathering feedback from the companies and organizations is done to help improve future endeavors. Planning for these events continues throughout the year, many times casual verbal invitations are relayed to employers while traveling and meeting them in person.

Industry Expertise: Becoming an expert in industry trends and hiring needs for communications students and students who aspire to intern and work in a communications setting.

• Acquisition of jobs and internships and constant monitoring of opportunities.
• Act as the primary point of contact for inbound internships and jobs from a variety of sources: EJN, career advisors, internship directors, advancement, alumni, admissions, office-wide email, LinkedIn, and personal contacts.
• Responsible for all immediate and long-term follow-up from sources listed above.
• As needed, solicit opportunities from career advisors to understand gaps in opportunities on EJN and sources.
• Provide expertise on hiring trends within the communications industry, working closely with the SOC career advising staff in making sure that SOC students are being coached properly for the application process.
• This role will also help to inform SOC deans and faculty of changing needs in skills and qualifications of business students so that the school can continue to align the curriculum with the future of work.

University Representation On & Off Campus: Working autonomously, as a member of the CER team, the SPDC team and the School of Communications the Associate Director of Corporate and Employers Relations is a central part of representing Elon University to the greater community and country.

• The partnership and alignment of goals with the university include being a representative at events such Elon Leads, presenting and answering questions during Diversity, Equity and Inclusion potential student zoom calls, Parents Council Career Committee and other leadership, alumni, employers, parents, and student gatherings.
• As DE&I are an integral part of Elons strategic plan it is important that the CER Associate Director not only participate in groups like Unity in Communications and the SPDCs Diversity Committee but takes a leadership role. This is important to align the university with companies that value diversity and to assist in ensuring that underrepresented student populations can achieve their career goals and aspirations.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Speaking engagements
• Projects from Administration - Regional Centers, Corporate Outreach, etc.
• Regional and national professional association involvement.

Education and Experience


Does this position require driving for the university? Yes

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9636

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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