Employer Partnerships and Career Services Specialist

Employer Partnerships and Career Services Specialist

San Francisco Bay University

Category: Staff
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Some Experience
Salary: $72,000 - $85,000

About San Francisco Bay University:

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU) is a small, nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California. SFBU is a new and rebranded university currently offering degrees in computer science (BS, MS), electrical engineering (MS), business (BABS/MBA/MSBan/MSDS), and professional educational programs.

SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers. At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering personal engagement between faculty, staff, and students. We are committed to providing affordable, quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Our professors are accomplished professionals who provide real world experience in the classrooms to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for future careers.

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan.

Position Summary:

The Employer Partnerships and Career Services Specialist is a proactive and strategic professional responsible for enhancing employment opportunities for SFBU university students and graduates. Reporting to the Director of Career Services, this role develops and implements strategies to increase job and internship opportunities, maintains strong relationships with employers at regional, state, national, and international levels, and collaborating with faculty, staff, and various university departments. Key responsibilities include creating and executing marketing strategies for corporate and community engagement, managing data and reports on employment trends, participating in career development events and advising students on career options.

Note: Exempt, full-time position, located in Fremont, California. Candidates must reside in the local area or be willing to relocate.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Employer Relations and Partnerships (30%)
   • Develop creative ideas and strategies to develop and manage employer partnerships. Proactively develop and implement strategies designed to increase employment opportunities (internships and post-graduate positions) for university students and alumni.
   • Strategically identify and build relationships with regional, state, national, and international employers for the recruitment of university students and alumni.
   • Facilitate relationships between employers and the university community, including students, faculty, staff, alumni association, foundation, etc.
   • Work closely with corporate partners to develop internship opportunities for students.
   • Work closely with corporate partners and internal staff to develop part-time job opportunities for students.
   • Lead the development and implementation of the Employer Advisory Board.
   • Serve on the university's External Relations Committee to manage corporate relationships with other university staff members.
2. Student Advising (20%)
   • Manage a case load of students by meeting with them at least once a year and addressing their career development needs and plans.
   • Meet regularly with students in one-on-one or group situations to advise on employment strategies for finding internships and full-time positions.
   • Serve as a back up in advising and approving Career Practical Training (CPT).
3. Marketing and Communications (15%)
   • Develop and manage various marketing campaigns and strategies for enhancement of employer presence on campus, which includes, but not limited to: campus recruitment, job postings, internships, career fairs, class/organization presentations, and resume searches.
   • Design and develop employer and employment marketing material, compose content, and coordinate timing of communications to employers.
4. Professional and Administrative Responsibilities (15%)
   • Participate actively in various local, state, regional, and national organizations such as chambers of commerce, societies of human resource management, NACE, alumni chapters, etc.
   • Assist in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports, etc. Assist in the management of the Employer Database.
   • Compile and report data on employer relations activities, assess employer relations efforts, and provide feedback as to the effectiveness of such efforts.
   • Track job market demand, use of career services, trends in recruiting, job-offer data, and hiring results for students in various academic majors.
   • Report results to NACE, academic deans, and the president.
   • Formulate strategies for achieving greater participation rates for those majors that underuse available career resources.
   • Attend administrative staff meetings.
   • Participate in professional development activities.
   • Represent Career Services on campus and in the community as needed.
   • Other duties as assigned.
5. Collaboration and Program Development (10%)
   • Collaborate with various networks to increase employment opportunities for students.
   • Develop and present an annual calendar of events specifically related to advancing employer partnership opportunities; educating students about corporate positions and issues; and developing possible internships and full-time jobs for SFBU students.
   • Participate in and support career development programs coordinated by career services, including, but not limited to workshops, employer seminars, meetings within and outside of career services, and other special projects and initiatives of career services.
   • Manage annual events budget.
6. Technology (10%)
   • Develop creative initiatives using AI and other updated technology.
   • Co-manage various technology platforms used by Career Services. These include but are not limited to: Handshake, Virtual Internships, and Coursera.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree and three years of work experience in a corporate/industry or university career services environment.
• A dynamic, professional demeanor with exceptional organization, written, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to multitask.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Exhibit a motivated/enthusiastic work style.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work nontraditional work hours, including evenings, holidays, or weekends.
• Travel is necessary with occasional overnight stays.

Application Instructions:

To ensure full consideration, please submit:

• Cover letter/ Letter of interest which describes your experiences based on the stated responsibilities, and your demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Current CV/ resume.
• Names and contact information of 3 references.
• Application screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed.

Physical Characteristics:

• The employee is required to crouch, walk, reach, grasp, carry, and push.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit or stand for long periods.

This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

In accordance with federal and state disability laws, San Francisco Bay University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the application or interview process, please contact SFBU Human Resources at hrmgr@sfbu.edu.