Employer Engagement Manager

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Tuition benefits

Athletic event tickets

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Weber State University Career Services seeks an Employer Engagement Manager to advance partnerships with employers and elevate student career readiness at scale. This role shapes outreach strategies, leads the JLD program with Career Services leadership, mentors staff, and collaborates with career stakeholders across campus.

The position is funded in part by the JLD grant. It will strengthen employer partnerships, enhance student readiness, and align engagement with broader institutional and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3 years of experience in employer relations, recruiting, talent development, business development, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Advance employer partnerships and elevate student career readiness.
• Shape employer outreach strategies and lead the JLD program with Career Services leadership.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with campus stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison between the university, employers, and workforce partners to create meaningful career pathways for students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Event planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Handshake

CRM

Job description

Employer Engagement Manager

Requisition Number: S02424P

Position Category: Staff

Hours: 40 per week

Pay Grade: E32

FLSA: Exempt

Job Overview

Weber State University Career Services is seeking a strategic, relationship‑driven Employer Engagement Manager to advance employer partnerships and elevate student career readiness at scale. This position, partially funded by the JLD grant, will shape employer outreach strategies, lead the JLD program with Career Services leadership, mentor staff, and collaborate with career stakeholders across campus. The manager will strengthen employer partnerships, enhance student readiness, and align engagement with broader institutional and grant objectives. The role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on execution and acts as a liaison between the university, employers, and workforce partners to create meaningful career pathways for students.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3 years of experience in employer relations, recruiting, talent development, business development, or related fields

Preferred

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with confidence to initiate contacts, build relationships, and present effectively to others
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM and/or career engagement platforms (Salesforce, Handshake, etc.)
• Experience in recruiting, employer engagement, or workforce development
• Experience planning events, programs, or engagement initiatives
• Experience in higher education or similar environments
• Experience working with stakeholders and supporting projects, initiatives, or partnerships

Background Check: Yes

Benefits

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may increase based on qualifications.

Physical Requirements

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; requires ability to lift, move, and use upper extremities; requires expressing and exchanging ideas, receiving detailed information, and operating equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy.