What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Industry and Student Engagement position at University of Nebraska at Kearney?
Brief Summary of Job Description
This position plays a vital role in our college’s ability to execute CBT Strategic Initiatives. The person in this role will will work to bridge the gap between students, academic programs, and industry partners through Industry Engagement, Teaching, Recruitment Activities, Student Engagement and other roles related to strategic plan initiatives
Job Duties
Industry Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison for employers, developing strategic recruiting plans that strengthen talent pipelines for students while enhancing employer partnerships, and placement outcomes for students in the College of Business and Technology. Additionally, this position will collaborate with college leadership to support financial development and external partnerships and initiatives that generate resources to support college-wide and program-specific goals.
Teaching: Instruct up to 6 credits each semester, ensuring students receive relevant and engaging education during the academic year and summer session. Teaching responsibilities includes the administration of business internships during the summer session.
Recruitment: Support strategic recruitment initiatives by building strong partnerships with high schools and other market segments to create pathways for increased student enrollment for the College of Business and Technology.
Student Engagement: Guide the CBT Living, Learning Community to deliver impactful personal, academic, and professional development opportunities, while supporting recruitment efforts to ensure the program’s continuous growth and success.
Teaching: Instruct up to 6 credits each semester, ensuring students receive relevant and engaging education during the academic year and summer session. Teaching responsibilities includes the administration of business internships during the summer session.
Recruitment: Support strategic recruitment initiatives by building strong partnerships with high schools and other market segments to create pathways for increased student enrollment for the College of Business and Technology.
Student Engagement: Guide the CBT Living, Learning Community to deliver impactful personal, academic, and professional development opportunities, while supporting recruitment efforts to ensure the program’s continuous growth and success.
- Strategic Plan: Other duties identified as an interest or strength that aligns with CBT strategic plan.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business.
- 1-3 years relevant full-time industry experience, preferably in business administration, entrepreneurship, marketing, management, accounting, finance, human resources, cyber security, information technology, or a related professional field
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business.
3 years relevant full-time industry experience, preferably in business administration, entrepreneurship, marketing, management, accounting, finance, human resources, cyber security, information technology, or a related professional field
Demonstrated success in teaching or training environments
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills
- Demonstrated success in teaching or training environments
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills
Physical Demands
Schedule
M-F, 8am - 5 pm; 40 hours
Desired Start Date
03/24/2025
Is this position temporary?
No
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicant
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S20250017P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date: Initial application review will begin on this date. Applications received prior to this date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
March 17, 2025
For questions regarding the online application process, please contact:
308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Dustin Favinger; favingerdd@unk.edu or 308-865-8066
Budget Information
Budget Summary
Benefits Eligible
100%
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 References
