Employer Partnership Strategist

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Time off

Wellness program

Professional development

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos, TX is seeking an Employer Partnership Specialist to develop and manage strategic relationships with employers, industry partners, and community organizations. You will connect employers with Texas State student and alumni talent, internships, and experiential learning opportunities while advancing mutual goals.

Responsibilities include targeted outreach, program development, event coordination, and data-driven evaluation to expand opportunities for students

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience in employer relations, business development, recruiting, or partnership cultivation.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly for employer visits and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop, cultivate, and manage strategic relationships with employers and external partners.
• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities through outreach and networking.
• Serve as primary contact for employer partners, connecting to student talent and internships.
• Stay informed about workforce needs and hiring trends to inform Career Services strategy.
• Represent the university at meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Develop and support employer programs, career fairs, and recruiting initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to foster partnerships including sponsorships.
• Maintain accurate engagement data and evaluate engagement strategies.

Skills

Employer relations

Business development

Recruiting

Talent acquisition

Communication skills

Presentations

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM systems

Recruitment platforms

Databases

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business administration, management, marketing, communications, higher education, human resources, public relations, or a related field.
• Professional experience in employer relations, business development, recruiting, talent acquisition, sales, corporate outreach, workforce development, or partnership cultivation.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel regularly for employer visits, networking events, conferences, and other business-related activities, some of which may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with external organizations, employers, clients, customers, community partners, or industry representatives.
• Knowledge of employer recruiting practices, workforce development trends, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Familiarity with higher education, career services, experiential learning, including internships, and cooperative education.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate outreach, develop professional relationships, and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience using customer relationship management ( CRM ) systems, recruitment platforms, or databases to manage partnerships and track engagement activities.
• Demonstrated experience presenting to professional audiences, facilitating meetings, or representing an organization at networking and industry events.
• Experience developing outreach strategies, managing projects, and coordinating multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Job Description

The Employer Partnership Specialist is responsible for developing, cultivating, and maintaining strategic partnerships with employers, industry leaders, and community organizations. Through outreach, relationship management, and business development efforts, the position connects employers with university talent, recruiting opportunities, academic programs, and experiential learning initiatives while advancing mutual goals and strengthening workforce engagement.

Job Duties

• Develop, cultivate, and manage strategic relationships with employers, industry partners, community organizations, chambers of commerce, and other external stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new employer partnership opportunities through targeted outreach, networking, and business development strategies aligned with employer needs and university priorities.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned employer partners, providing consultative support and connecting employers with Texas State student and alumni talent, academic programs, recruiting opportunities, internships, and experiential learning.
• Build and maintain knowledge of workforce needs, hiring trends, labor market conditions, and emerging skills to identify opportunities and inform Career Services strategy.
• Represent Texas State University and Career Services at employer meetings, conferences, professional associations, chamber events, networking activities, and other external engagements.
• Develop and support employer programs, career fairs, networking events, and recruiting initiatives that strengthen employer relationships and expand opportunities for students.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, alumni, advancement, and Career Services staff to facilitate meaningful employer connections and develop mutually beneficial partnerships, including sponsorship opportunities.
• Maintain accurate employer relationship and engagement data, track partnership outcomes, and use data and employer feedback to evaluate and improve engagement strategies.

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/23/2026

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) 10/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

Normal Work Days

Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM

Posting Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Choose Texas State University?

Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
• Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
• Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
• Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
• Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html