Virginia Commonwealth University · 11 hours ago
Employer Development Coordinator
Floyd, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.25/hr - $19.25/hrVirginia Commonwealth University is seeking an Employer Development Coordinator to manage the recruitment database and coordinate employer engagement efforts. The role involves facilitating on-campus recruitment activities, building relationships with employers, and ensuring compliance with campus recruiting policies.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate with the Employer & Experiential Development Team with the execution of campus career fairs. This includes, but is not limited to employer invitations, registration, day-of-fair logistics, and communications regarding career fairs
Coordinate employer-related On-Campus Recruiting visits, which can include information tables, on campus interviews, classroom presentations, panel discussions, and networking events in support of engagement plans
Schedule and confirm visits with employers and ensure they have all necessary information for their visit (parking passes, scheduling issues, etc.), and follow up with employers after their visit as necessary
Work with Operations Coordinator and SEMSS Marketing Team, utilizing appropriate processes so that event marketing can be created and distributed to employers and students as appropriate
Coordinate with other campus units productively in collaboration of VCU Career Services
Implement, review, and enforce campus recruiting guidelines in conjunction with the Employer and Experiential Development Team
Adhere to principles of professional conduct and ethics as outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), including but not limited to: Engage with employer partners to promote equitable pay/wages, inclusive recruitment and hiring practices, mentoring and management, and professional development
Implement, review and enforce employer recruitment policies
Providing resources for all those engaged in career advising and recruitment to promote informed and responsible decision making
Serve as first-line communication and reception with employers and external partners through virtual phone, and in-person mediums
Orient employer partners to VCU, VCU Career Services, and our Handshake system so they can make informed decisions about engagement and be prepared to effectively post and follow up on experiential and employment opportunities, actively promoting on-campus and virtual recruitment of students
Disseminate information regarding new employers to other Employer & Experiential Development Team members to support individual engagement plan development based on appropriate portfolio areas
Provide outstanding customer service in accordance with team standards to both internal and external customers by considering how actions or plans will affect partners; follow through on responsibilities to partners. Responds with appropriate urgency, flexibility, courtesy and good judgment to meet customer needs and resolve problems
Work independently and with minimal errors to ensure accurate and timely entry of data, employer and posting approvals, troubleshooting, and communications with employers in the Handshake system
Lead new employer account review/approval with support from EED Graduate Intern, as well as updating employer permissions, internship and experiential posting approvals in Handshake, as needed
Troubleshoot employer experience with the database, answering questions in a timely and efficient manner with minimal to no support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education training and experience
Familiarity with the higher education environment
Superb customer service skills with a keen attention to detail
Strong organizational skills required to balance a variety of tasks and manage multiple priorities. Must deploy multi-tasking skills in a very busy office environment
Employs tact when interacting with individuals at all levels, both on the university campus and in the business community
Effective communication skills (includes both written and oral); ability to act with diplomacy, tact and knowledge of grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and correct spelling
Solid working knowledge of MS Office (includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Mail/Calendar. Solid beginning level is required; an intermediate level is desired
Ability to use database systems, e.g. Handshake, Symplicity, as well as project management systems, e.g. AirTable, Asana
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to synthesize new information, incorporate, and apply to across tasks
Ability to handle confidential situations properly and manage confidential data appropriately
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred
Experience in a University Career Center or career services office on a college campus
Experience with Handshake or similar Career Services database systems
Experience with project management systems and record keeping
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
Paid annual and holiday leave granted up front
Generous tuition benefits
Retirement planning and savings options
Tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs
Employee discounts
Well-being resources
Abundant opportunities for career development and advancement
Company
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University.
Founded in 1838
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.48MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationUnited States-Japan Foundation
2025-01-15Grant· $0.1M
2024-03-12Grant· $0.08M
2024-02-01Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Karol Kain Gray
Senior VP and CFO
Andrea Ferreira-Gonzalez
Professor
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