Director, Corporate Development & Engagement

University of Rochester • SD

105d • $77,216 - $115,824

About The Position

The University of Rochester is seeking a strategic leader for its corporate strategy and engagement, employer development, recruitment programs, and alumni engagement. This role involves leading initiatives to strengthen and expand internship pipelines, full-time opportunities, and other experiential learning opportunities. The position requires creating, organizing, and facilitating data-driven hiring initiatives, overseeing program evaluations, and stewarding relationships with employers and alumni.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a related area.
• Demonstrated experience in fostering a diverse environment.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to embrace and drive change.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in designing and delivering presentations.
• Experience leading teams and developing partnerships.
• Strategic planning and implementation skills.
• Supervision and leadership experience.
• Project management experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in corporate or industry engagement.
• Awareness of trends in higher education and career services.
• Experience with outcomes assessment and evaluation strategies.
• Ability to analyze and utilize data for decision-making.
• Budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and vision for UR’s corporate strategy and engagement.
• Leads initiatives to strengthen and expand internship pipelines and full-time opportunities.
• Creates and facilitates data-driven hiring initiatives.
• Sets the strategic vision for employer, alumni, and industry engagement.
• Coordinates efforts with campus offices for efficient relationship management.
• Leads strategy for recruitment programs to expand opportunities for students.
• Conducts gap analysis of employer and alumni engagement efforts.
• Develops and maintains employer relationships.
• Participates in local, state, regional, and national organizations to increase opportunities for students.
• Assists employers in building their brands on campus.
• Tracks employer relations activity in Salesforce.
• Assists in the management of office operations.
• Provides support in setting performance goals and conducting annual appraisals.
• Provides leadership for various special programs and projects.
• Represents UR in professional associations and conferences.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees