Manager of Employer Relations - Harlingen

Texas State Technical College • Harlingen, TX

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About The Position

The Manager of Employer Relations will assist the Senior Manager of Employer Relations in developing and executing a regional strategy for employer partnership development by executing the plan and assisting Campus Leads. The Manager of Employer Relations will be responsible for establishing relationships with local employers through coordinating and executing job fairs, employer spotlights, networking opportunities, campus tours, and company visits to cultivate job opportunities. The Manager of Employer Relations will assist in monitoring regional industry trends and providing recommendations for program enhancements to the student learning & operations team and the Senior Manager of Employer Relations curriculum alignment. Support Campus Leads in their efforts to engage with local employers and industry partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2 years required experience in a leadership or management role, overseeing teams and driving operational excellence.
• 3 years of required experience in program coordination and deployment.
• 3 years required demonstrated experience in customer relationship management.
• Understand employer/HR Manager hiring and workforce needs and expectations as well as industry trends, market demands, and emerging fields.
• Understanding of job placement processes per program (for credit and not for credit).
• Familiarity with developing, managing, and scaling a coordinated employer engagement program and processes.
• Skill in conducting needs analysis and working with businesses, associations, and government agencies to determine hiring needs.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills with employers at all levels and with varied backgrounds and expertise.
• Excellent project management, multi-tasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Event planning, coordination, and management, or in the customer service industry with a focus on high-end customer experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to draft professional communications, prepare reports, and deliver presentations.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Gather and synthesize data, compile information, and prepare meaningful reports.
• Ability to think critically, analyze data and trends, and develop innovative strategies for employer relations.
• Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive employer relations strategy.
• Proven track record in establishing and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to advance organizational goals.
• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
• You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.
• Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.
• A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Nice To Haves

• 4 years preferred experience in a leadership or management role, overseeing teams and driving operational excellence.
• 5 years preferred experience in program coordination and deployment.
• 5 years preferred demonstrated experience in customer relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with targeted regional/local employers and HR managers for online, hybrid and face-to-face programs.
• Execute best practices in coordination with the Employer Relations team and regional stakeholders to align with initiatives and strategies.
• Develops and maintains relationships and regular communications with employers to ensure repeat recruiting visits designed to provide internship, co-op, and employment for TSTC students and alumni.
• Grow the number of quality employment opportunities for TSTC graduates for the region with tight collaboration from other Regional Leads across the state to maximize the connections with employers recruiting from multiple campuses.
• Strategize with Career Development teams on local/regional placement goals and maximize student engagement in employment-focused activities.
• Bridge connections between student learning & operations and employers.
• Grow the number of employers engaged on campus by executing employer spotlights, job fairs, networking events, classroom visits, campus tours, interview days, faculty meetings, company tours, and other pinnacle employment events.
• Supervise Employer Relations Campus Lead(s) by fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth mindset within the career services team.
• Serve as a spokesperson for employer relations and industry relations initiatives in the region as needed in tandem with the Employer Relations, Career Development Leadership, and ERD constituents.

Benefits

• Demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and members of the community.

What This Job Offers

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