Assistant Director of Employer Engagement

East Texas A&M University • Commerce, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Career Preparedness, the Assistant Director of Employer Engagement is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that connect employers with East Texas A&M University students and alumni. The role oversees employer engagement initiatives, including career fairs, networking events, on-campus interviews, and recruitment partnerships, while ensuring employers have a positive and effective recruiting experience. This position plays a critical role in advancing East Texas A&M University’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) and the University Strategic Plan related to Career Readiness, ensuring students have meaningful opportunities to engage with employers and secure career pathways. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Relations, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience in employer relations, recruiting, career services, or talent management.
• Experience using career services/recruitment platforms such as Handshake, Symplicity, or 12Twenty.
• High level of professionalism, hospitality, and networking skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with employers and campus partners.
• Ability to organize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Relations, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in employer relations, recruiting, or career services.
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Previous experience working with corporations, non-profits, or government agencies related to recruitment and talent development.
• Experience with data reporting, program assessment, or outcomes tracking.
• Supervisory or student mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages a comprehensive employer recruitment strategy, including career fairs, networking events, information sessions, alumni engagement programs, and job shadowing opportunities.
• Coordinates on-campus interviews, Handshake job and internship postings/approvals, and promotion of opportunities to students.
• Advises external employers on effective recruiting strategies, branding opportunities, job descriptions, and hiring expectations.
• Cultivates and expands partnerships with corporations, non-profits, government agencies, and alumni to increase career and internship opportunities for students and graduates.
• Organizes and maintains the annual recruiting calendar, including timelines, deadlines, and processes for employer participation.
• Designs and manages employer communications and marketing materials, including digital and print outreach, website content, and social media.
• Develops and coordinates guest speakers and employer panels for student classes, organizations, and professional development events.
• Supports new initiatives designed to expand internship opportunities for students
• Aligns employer engagement strategies and initiatives with institutional goals outlined in the QEP and University Strategic Plan for Career Readiness.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data for departmental metrics, annual reports, and program assessment.
• Monitors employer participation, hiring outcomes, and event impact to improve services and demonstrate return on engagement.
• Builds collaborative relationships with academic departments, student organizations, and university offices to align employer engagement with institutional goals.
• Supervises and mentors student workers and interns as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level