Employer Relations Coordinator

asu; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University in Tempe seeks an Outreach Analyst 2 to develop and coordinate employer engagement programs that connect students with career opportunities, recruiting, and professional development.

The role administers CareerLink (powered by 12twenty), builds partnerships with employers, alumni, and campus units, and grows scalable engagement models aligned with Career Services' priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Experience coordinating employer engagement programs and partnerships.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and assessment of employer engagement programs connecting employers, alumni, and students through experiential learning, career exploration, networking, recruiting, and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as an administrator for CareerLink (powered by 12twenty), managing employer accounts, approvals, access, communications and data integrity.
• Deliver high-quality customer service by communicating professionally, responding promptly to requests, and fostering a welcoming experience for all employers.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with employers, alumni, academic units, faculty, and university partners to support Career Services initiatives.
• Identify new partnership opportunities and develop scalable engagement models aligned with departmental priorities.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CareerLink

Job description

Job Profile

Outreach Analyst 2

Job Family

Outreach Programs

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Develops community outreach program activities and coordinates program fundraising to promote stable and productive relationships between the university and local community.

Job Description

Position Salary: $55,000.00

The Employer Relations Coordinator develops, manages, and expands strategic employer engagement programs that connect students with career exploration, recruiting, and professional development opportunities. This position coordinates signature employer engagement initiatives, including Discovery Days, Job Shadow experiences, alumni mentorship initiatives, and the annual Employer Open House, while serving as the primary administrator for CareerLink (powered by 12twenty), the university's employer engagement platform.

Serving as a key operational and relationship-management resource, the coordinator cultivates partnerships with employers, academic units, alumni, and university stakeholders, ensuring employers receive timely support and access to recruiting opportunities. The position coordinates employer engagement requests, supports recruiting activities, manages employer communications, maintains engagement data, and develops processes that enhance employer participation in the student recruiting experience.

Working collaboratively with the Employer Relations and Career Readiness teams within Career Services, the coordinator identifies new partnership opportunities, strengthens existing employer relationships, and develops scalable engagement models aligned with Career Services' strategic priorities. This role balances program management with operational excellence by evaluating outcomes, improving systems and workflows, and implementing innovative approaches that expand employer and alumni engagement.

What’s in it for you

Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff. This package includes: ( Click here to explore options )

• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
• Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
• 10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period.
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
• Disability and leave program for income protection.
• Employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services.
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and assessment of employer engagement programs and initiatives that connect employers, alumni, and students through experiential learning, career exploration, networking, recruiting, and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as an administrator for CareerLink (powered by 12twenty), managing employer account approvals and recruiting access, employer communications and system resources and employer support while maintaining data integrity and compliance with university policies.
• Deliver high-quality customer service by communicating professionally, responding promptly to requests, and fostering a welcoming and supportive experience for all employers.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with employers, alumni, academic units, faculty, and university partners to support Career Services initiatives, employer recruiting efforts, and expanded engagement opportunities.
• Coordinate employer engagement requests originating from faculty and academic units by connecting employers with Career Readiness team members, maintaining engagement timelines, and supporting strategic participation in classroom presentations, industry panels, experiential learning, and other academic initiatives.
• Coordinate employer and stakeholder communications, scheduling, logistics, and participant support to ensure successful delivery of programs, recruiting activities, signature events, and engagement initiatives.
• Recruit, engage, and steward employers, alumni, and other external partners to participate in Career Services programs, recruiting events, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with Career Services staff and campus partners to identify, develop, and implement employer engagement opportunities that align with departmental priorities and student career readiness goals.
• Maintain accurate employer records, engagement histories, participa