Employer Relations Coordinator
Dominican University•River Forest, IL
•$53,000 - $57,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Employer Relations Coordinator plays a key role in building and sustaining partnerships between Dominican University and employers to support student career outcomes. This position focuses on employer outreach, relationship management, and coordination of recruiting activities that connect students and alumni with meaningful internships, jobs, and experiential learning opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 1–3 years of experience in employer relations, recruiting, career services, sales, or a related field
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in employer engagement and student access
Nice To Haves
- master’s degree in higher education, business, or related field preferred
- Experience with CRM or career management systems (e.g., Handshake, 12Twenty) preferred
- Knowledge of current hiring trends and workforce development practices
- Event planning and program coordination experience
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Proactive, self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national employers to expand recruitment opportunities for students and alumni
- Conduct outreach to new employers through calls, emails, events, and networking initiatives
- Coordinate employer engagement activities, including career fairs, on-campus recruiting, employer information sessions, and networking events
- Collaborate with career advisors and academic departments to align employer partnerships with academic programs and student interests
- Manage employer accounts and job postings through the university’s career management platform
- Track and analyze employer engagement metrics and hiring outcomes to inform strategy and reporting
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employers, ensuring a high level of customer service and responsiveness
- Promote employer branding opportunities and develop marketing materials to highlight recruitment initiatives
- Support strategic initiatives to enhance experiential learning opportunities, including internships and project-based collaborations
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
