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Stony Brook University

Associate Director, Employer Engagement

Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790


Who We Are We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:Named one of the "Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs" by Diverse Magazine.Serving a highly diverse student body (click here for more information).Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility.Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life.

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Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume): Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Five (5) years of full time work experience in college career services, college advancement/alumni/community relations, corporate recruitment, business development, or related environment. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver's License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations.

(***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes").

Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing relationships that produce measurable outcomes in college level recruitment & hiring, alumni/donor/community engagement. Experience leading teams through direct staff supervision or through project management. Experience managing large scale projects, such as job fairs, career networking nights, etc. Experience working with a diverse, college educated population. Experience designing and presenting virtual content for a diverse college educated audience. Experience with technology, i.e. Google Drive, Handshake, Slack, Qualtrics. Experience with applicant tracking or career services' databases, advanced Excel and/or related systems for effective tracking and reporting.

Brief Description of Duties :Proactively cultivates relationships with employers to create talent pipelines of Stony Brook graduate and undergraduate students for career building roles in diverse industry sectors. Manages large scale F2F and virtual career fairs and networking events. Provides career coaching to students and career-focused student organizations. Strong candidates have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, possess the ability to work under pressure independently, meet deadlines, manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and work as a member of a team. A student-centered philosophy and ability to work with diverse populations is necessary for success in this role.Employer RelationsManages corporate recruitment activities on campus, including 10+ F2F & virtual career fairs, corporate interviewing program, networking events, and company meet-ups. Prospects and develops relationships with new employers and develops strategy to enhance relationships with existing partners. Consults with employers as to development of job descriptions and recruitment strategies to achieve hiring targets. Works closely with the employer relations team to develop and execute programming that supports the recruitment needs of industry partners. Collaborates with college advancement staff on nurturing corporate relationships. Travel to employer sites as needed.

Project & Staff ManagementManage employer engagement programs and events that involve staff internal and external to the Career Center. Create project charters, oversee planning committees, and be responsible for ensuring high quality programming. Co-manage employer engagement budget to ensure achievement of program goals with sound fiscal decision making. Supervises professional staff and student staff who support these programs. Lead meetings and initiatives in the absence of the director.

Career CoachingProvide individual and group career coaching for undergraduate and graduate students, F2F & virtual, on all aspects of career development. Designs and delivers customized career development programming to prepare students for the workforce. Empower students to integrate classrooms with experience, and develop career readiness competencies.

Information Management & TeamworkCollect hiring data and track placements. Review/approve postings in Handshake. Create reports and presentations using Excel, Qualtrics, PPT, and other tools. Maintain current knowledge of the college hiring landscape, and keep staff informed. Participates in conferences and committee work, both inside and outside the university, which may take place during the day, evening, or on weekends.

Professional Development and Committee InvolvementParticipates in opportunities that promote their learning, growth, and development (i.e., classes, training, committees, webinars). Contributes to the Division of Student Affairs and Stony Brook University by attending and/or supporting events, activities, and programs sponsored by areas within and outside the Office of Student Life (i.e., campus-wide traditions, events, programs). Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission. Evening and weekend work may be required at times.

Special Notes: This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $3,400 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.

Essential Position:

This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.

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we offer.Job Number: 2403943 Official Job Title: Senior Staff Assistant Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical) Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook Department/Hiring Area: Career Center Schedule: Full-time Shift :Day Shift Shift Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Posting Start Date: Oct 30, 2024 Posting End Date: Nov 14, 2024, 4:59:00 AM Salary:$75,000-$78,000 Appointment Type: Term Salary Grade:SL3 SBU Area:Stony Brook University