Employer Partnerships & Careers Coordinator

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Tuition remission

FSA

PTO

Job summary

Dominican University in River Forest, IL seeks an Employer Relations Coordinator to build partnerships with local, regional, and national employers, coordinating recruiting activities that connect students and alumni with internships, jobs, and experiential learning.

You will manage employer accounts, post jobs, analyze engagement metrics, and serve as the primary contact for employers, promoting branding and recruitment initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in higher education, business, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in employer relations, recruiting, career services, sales, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with CRM or career management systems (e.g., Handshake, 12Twenty) preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in employer engagement and student access.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national employers to expand recruitment opportunities for students and alumni.
• Conduct outreach to new employers through calls, emails, events, and networking initiatives.
• Coordinate employer engagement activities, including career fairs, on-campus recruiting, employer information sessions, and networking events.
• Collaborate with career advisors and academic departments to align employer partnerships with academic programs and student interests.
• Manage employer accounts and job postings through the university’s career management platform.
• Track and analyze employer engagement metrics and hiring outcomes to inform strategy and reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employers, ensuring a high level of customer service and responsiveness.
• Promote employer branding opportunities and develop marketing materials to highlight recruitment initiatives.
• Support strategic initiatives to enhance experiential learning opportunities, including internships and project-based collaborations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

CRM systems Handshake 12Twenty

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Handshake

12Twenty

Job description

Dominican University in River Forest, IL seeks an Employer Relations Coordinator to build partnerships with local, regional, and national employers, coordinating recruiting activities that connect students and alumni with internships, jobs, and experiential learning.

You will manage employer accounts, post jobs, analyze engagement metrics, and serve as the primary contact for employers, promoting branding and recruitment initiatives.