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Position: Programs and Employer Relations Specialist
About the Role: Beloit College is seeking a dynamic and organized Programs and Employer Relations Specialist to manage and coordinate career readiness programs, including the prestigious Upton Forum and Business Networking Summit. This role also involves building and maintaining a network of employers and alumni to provide mentoring, internships, and job opportunities for students of the School of Business. Additionally, the Specialist will manage relationships with area high schools and coordinate critical events such as the high school DECA competition.
Key Responsibilities:
- Career Event Planning (30%):
- Coordinate the Business Networking Summit, ensuring a successful event for students, alumni, and friends.
- Oversee the Upton Forum, the premier academic program of the Department of Economics and Business, ensuring professionalism and synergy with career services.
- Plan and execute other career events for the Department of Economics and Business and the School of Business.
- Community Partner & Employer Relations (35%):
- Build and sustain relationships with area high schools and the Business School, including local events like the DECA competition.
- Collaborate with Community Connections, Career Works, and Alumni Connections to recruit internships, first destination employment, and volunteer opportunities.
- Serve as the employer point of contact for online recruiting tools and report on employer engagement using the Handshake platform.
- Alumni Relations (35%):
- Manage relationships with alumni, providing updates and responding to inquiries.
- Develop and sustain a career mentorship program, matching students with alumni mentors.
- Build and maintain relationships with alumni for recruitment purposes, using CRM tools like Raiser's Edge.
- Supervise Student Workers: Oversee the work of student employees.
Credentials and Experience:
- College degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in public relations, event management, or project management.
- Experience in higher education is preferred.
- Proven ability to independently conceive and complete projects.
Why Join Beloit College? This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant academic community and contribute to the career success of our students. If you are passionate about building relationships and creating impactful career programs, we encourage you to apply!
Because equity and inclusion are central to our students' liberal arts education and vital to the thriving of all members of our residential learning community, Beloit College aspires to be an actively anti-racist institution. We recognize our aspiration as ongoing and institution-wide, involving collective commitment and accountability. We seek employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate our cultural and intellectual richness and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity.
Located in a diverse community close to Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago, Beloit attracts students from across the United States and the world. The college emphasizes excellence in teaching, learning beyond the traditional classroom, international perspectives, and collaborative research among students and faculty. It is recognized as one of the Colleges That Change Lives.
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