Senior Program Coordinator for Employer Engagement, College of Natural Sciences

University of Texas at Austin

8d•$60,000 - $62,225•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Natural Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for Employer Engagement. This role is responsible for creating and supporting strategic employer engagement and student success initiatives by building and maintaining relationships with employers. The coordinator will develop, manage, and evaluate program outreach and recruitment initiatives with employers for College of Natural Sciences students. This position works closely with the CNS Career Services Coaching Team, UT Austin Career Success, the CNS Office of Experiential Learning, and other employer-facing professionals to advance the College of Natural Sciences’ career development goals and foster wellness, belonging, and success for all students. The funding for this position is guaranteed until January 31, 2028, with potential for renewal based on funding availability and work performance. The University of Texas at Austin is committed to fostering a work environment that celebrates dignity, honors differences, and ensures belonging for all employees.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in program administration or program coordination.
Proactive, enthusiastic, solutions-oriented, and collaborative professional with strong communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to student engagement, employer relations, and higher education.
Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, career services, university development, recruiting, or program management.
Proven ability to work effectively across departments and functional areas.
Experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet, as well as vendor and contract management.
Strong understanding of employer relations, event planning protocols, budget oversight, and recruiting.
Familiarity with recruiting platforms such as 12twenty or Handshake, and knowledge of UT Austin systems.
Understanding of career readiness frameworks, student development best practices, and compliance considerations related to recruiting and student engagement, including FERPA, SB17, Title IX, and labor laws.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact for employer partners engaging with College of Natural Sciences students, providing guidance on recruiting processes and facilitating access to opportunities across UT Austin.
Schedule, prepare for, and conduct employer meetings to assess goals, offer strategic support, and strengthen long-term relationships.
Collaborate with the CNS Career Services Employer and Alumni Engagement Team, the CNS Office of Experiential Learning, and UT Austin Career Success to align employer activity with institutional strategies and service standards.
Contribute to the development and implementation of new employer engagement models that enhance consistency, improve career outcomes, and secure partnerships/sponsorships.
Maintain accurate records of employer interactions, job postings, and engagement outcomes using UT’s employer relationship platform (12twenty).
Design and deliver targeted programs—such as recruiting preparation sessions, employer spotlights, employer guest speaker opportunities, and site visits—that connect students with industry insights and professional opportunities.
Collaborate with departments across the College of Natural Sciences and student services teams to support career-related programming and integrate employer engagement into academic and co-curricular initiatives.
Track program effectiveness, gather feedback, and apply insights to continuously improve future programming.
Assist in planning and executing employer-facing events such as career fairs, networking nights, industry panels, and career mixers in collaboration with the Employer and Alumni Engagement Team, UT Austin Career Success, and the CNS Office of Experiential Learning.
Support all logistical aspects of events, including marketing, employer communication, employer registration and payment tracking, faculty/staff schedule coordination, anticipating on-site employer needs, room reservations, and post-event follow-up in collaboration with the Events Coordinator.
Attend events to ensure smooth operations and a high-quality experience for both employers and students.
Coordinate event roles and responsibilities in advance to ensure efficient teamwork and successful event delivery and positive employer feedback.
Assist in the creation and distribution of communications to promote events and programs to students, faculty, staff, and employers.
Develop tailored marketing strategies for specific employers, industries, or student populations to maximize engagement.
Collaborate with CNS Communications and university marketing partners to ensure outreach is effective, aligned with institutional branding, and reaches the intended audiences.
Monitor and manage a shared email inbox, responding to and forwarding inquiries as appropriate.
Collaborate with career services professionals across campus to support shared employer engagement goals.
Participate in cross-campus working groups and forums aimed at enhancing the recruiting experience for employers and students.
Provide feedback on tools, processes, and emerging trends in employer engagement to inform strategic planning.
Contribute to university-wide efforts to strengthen UT Austin’s reputation as a premier destination for employer recruiting.
Support special projects and staffing events within CNS as assigned.