What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director (Employer Relations Specialist) position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Enhances Kelley's competitive undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs by partnering with high-profile companies in a consultative approach to optimize recruitment strategies for hiring Kelley talent.
Builds, strengthens, and expands employer relationships across specialized industries.
Supports employers and oversees hundreds of on-campus interview schedules and recruiting events each semester through a sophisticated technology platform.
Collaborates with employer partners to develop and enhance their recruiting brand strategy.
Exercises discretion in crafting personalized recruiting strategies tailored to a company's size, culture, and goals.
Conducts employer visits and leverages deep knowledge of the Kelley portfolio, student interests, and recruiting trends to build and maintain strong employer relationships.
Identifies and researches potential employers for Kelley by analyzing industry trends, employer needs, Kelley curriculum, and student interests.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of Kelley programs and curriculum to effectively promote the Kelley School and its prestigious programs to employers recruiting Kelley students.
Creates materials, processes, and online resources for employers and students.
Collects and analyzes recruiting and outcome data from employer and student surveys to inform future initiatives, programs, and strategies.
Collaborates with faculty, program chairs, career coaches, advising staff, and campus partners to support Kelley students' career success.
Manages a high-touch, high-tech recruiting program that meets the needs of students and employers while upholding Kelley School's commitment to exceptional customer service.

General Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and markets on-campus recruitment events to connect students with potential employers.

Manages relationships with employers and alumni through regular communication.

Implements large-scale and / or off-campus events and participates in planning, employer relations, student marketing, event execution, and post-event evaluation.

Coordinates the logistics and scheduling of information sessions, on-campus interviews, class presentations, and networking events hosted by the career center, featuring alumni and employer representatives.

Oversees the online job and internship posting process and makes critical decisions during the review process to ensure all postings adhere to office and campus policies.

Develops, interprets, and enforces policies pertinent to third-party recruiting and other employment conditions.

Reports and analyzes recruiting data for detailed, annual evaluation; reports trends to manager and makes recommendations for improved operational efficiency.

Meets regularly with colleagues to analyze recruitment trends and plan employer relations strategies that enhance existing relationships and identify new opportunities.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

5 years in employer relations, career consulting, or related field

Preferred

5 years of experience including recruiting, human resources, management and corporate relations with Fortune 500 companies interacting with senior level executives

SKILLS

Required

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Possesses a high degree of initiative

Ability to influence internal and / or external constituents

Ability to build strong customer relationships

Demonstrates problem solving skills

Ability to represent the company with external constituents

Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is part of the IU Framework for Academic Advising and Career Development. Learn more about the associated expectations, student learning outcomes, and institutional commitments at this site.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Advanced

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Student Services

Job Family : Career Services

Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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