Assistant Director for Employer Engagement

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks a Senior Associate Director of Employer Engagement and Operations at the Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS). You will lead outreach to employers, manage Crimson Careers and other platforms, and drive opportunities for Harvard students across degree programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication and leadership skills, with occasional evening/weekend work and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Experience in employer relations, preferably within a university career services environment.
• Strong outreach, relationship-building, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead employer outreach to ensure robust engagement across industry areas.
• Track metrics and provide data for regular and ad hoc reporting.
• Oversee Crimson Careers and related career services platforms.
• Develop revenue-generating options for campus employers.
• Supervise staff and student workers.

Skills

People management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Outreach

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Symplicity

CRM platforms

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Employer Engagement and Operations at the Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS). Working independently and collaboratively with the Employer Engagement Team, providing a breadth of services to encourage and support employer engagement and connection with students from Harvard College, Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, and Harvard Extension School degree‑granting programs. Within the larger Employer Engagement team, focus on outreach to new employers to increase opportunities for Harvard students, including growing job and internship postings, employer career fair participation, etc. Office‑wide, oversee MCS’s Symplicity career services management platform, Crimson Careers, as well as other vendor platforms and resources.

• Lead employer outreach efforts to ensure robust employer engagement across desired industry areas with opportunities for multiple student populations.
• Follow entry‑level hiring trends, including maintaining information on top internship and early talent programs, and communicate with leadership team and relevant advising units.
• Draft and curate employer‑related content for regular newsletters, uConnect website, and social media.
• Track and communicate success metrics. Provide data and analysis for regular and ad hoc reporting.
• Support the Employer Engagement Team in all functions of employer relations and engagement, including career fairs, presentations, interviews, etc.
• Develop and offer a menu of revenue‑generating options for employers to engage on campus, monitoring employment trends and soliciting employer feedback to inform programming and advising.
• Supervise 2.0 FTEs, Staff Assistant and Coordinator, as well as temporary staff and student workers.
• Oversee Crimson Careers, the MCS Symplicity Career Services Management software platform that is central to all operations, including advising, programming, career fairs, job and internship postings, employer events, employer outreach, and campus interviews.
• Oversee MCS use and adoption of additional vendor technologies and resources, including uConnect, 12Twenty, Interstride, BigInterview, Skills Discovery, and Firsthand Advisors.
• Participate in full range of office‑wide events including employer visits, career fairs, open houses, professional development workshops and university‑wide meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office setting
• May be required to work nights and weekends

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Graduate degree preferred.
• Experience in employer relations, preferably within a university career services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to remain composed, adaptable, and effective during high‑volume and fast‑paced recruiting periods.
• Strong outreach, relationship‑building, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and external partners.
• Demonstrated success in meeting challenging deadlines and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing complex administrative processes and systems.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and technical skills.
• Proficiency with database management systems, CRM platforms, and recruiting software.
• Strong supervisory and team leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional hours outside the standard workday to support office operations and events.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, service‑oriented environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date:
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable):
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity, Education
• Other Information: The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs and objectives and consistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on‑site in Cambridge, MAduring term time (first day of classes through commencement, with the exception of student breaks.) When not working at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details about the College policy will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work‑life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non‑discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non‑discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.