Employer Relations Coordinator

Macomb Community College; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Macomb Community College in Detroit is seeking an Employer Relations Coordinator to build and sustain partnerships with local and regional employers, creating internships, co-ops, and employment opportunities for students.

You will lead outreach efforts, coordinate meetings and job fairs, analyze partner outcomes, and collaborate with career services, academic departments, and workforce teams to align employer engagement with student readiness.

Qualifications

• - Experience in employer relations, business development, career services, or related field, preferably in higher education or workforce development.
• - Strong relationship-building and communication skills with employers, partners, students and staff.
• - Proficiency in organizing events such as job fairs, on-campus recruitment, and information sessions.
• - Ability to gather and analyze data on employer engagement, student placement, and program outcomes.
• - Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• - Comfortable with office productivity software, CRM or employer management systems, and online recruitment platforms.
• - Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; equivalent education/experience considered.
• - Knowledge of regional labor market trends in Detroit Metropolitan Area is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers to create internships, co-ops, and employment opportunities for Macomb students and graduates.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, schedule meetings, and participate in job fairs and networking events.
• Collaborate with career services, academic departments, and workforce development teams to align employer engagement with student readiness and institutional goals.

Skills

Employer relations

Business development

Career services

Event recruitment

Data analysis

CRM systems

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Higher Education, HR

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Company Description

Macomb Community College is Michigan’s largest community college and grants the highest number of associate degrees in the state. The college serves learners from youth through seniors with early college options, university transfer pathways, career preparation programs, workforce education, and continuing education. It also offers extensive enrichment opportunities in arts, culture, and lifelong learning, supporting personal and professional growth. Through its University Center in Clinton Township, Macomb partners with leading Michigan colleges and universities to provide bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs on campus. The college is committed to transforming lives and communities through education, enrichment, and economic development.

Role Description

The Employer Relations Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in the Detroit Metropolitan Area. This position develops and maintains relationships with employers to create internships, cooperative education, and employment opportunities for Macomb Community College students and graduates. The coordinator will conduct outreach to local and regional employers, schedule and attend meetings, and participate in networking events and job fairs. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing employer needs, promoting college programs and student talent, coordinating recruitment activities, and tracking partnership outcomes. The role also involves collaborating with career services, academic departments, and workforce development teams to align employer engagement strategies with student career readiness and institutional goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in employer relations, business development, career services, or a related field, preferably within higher education or workforce development.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with employers, community partners, students, and college staff.
• Proficiency in organizing events and coordinating employer-focused activities such as job fairs, on-campus recruitment, and information sessions.
• Capability to gather and analyze data related to employer engagement, student placement, and program outcomes to inform strategy and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with using office productivity software, CRM or employer management systems, and online recruitment platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Higher Education, Human Resources, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of regional labor market trends and workforce needs in the Detroit Metropolitan Area is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to supporting learners from varied backgrounds and experiences.