Industry Liaison - Temporary

California Baptist University; Riverside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

California Baptist University seeks an Industry Liaison – Temporary to build strategic partnerships with industry leaders and educational institutions. You will expand internship opportunities, coordinate guest speakers, and develop practicum experiences to enhance student preparedness and employer engagement.

Travel to partner sites and events will be required, and you will manage school communications while supporting sponsorships and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–2 years of professional experience in business development, community engagement, higher education, sales, marketing, or partnerships.
• Proven ability to build relationships with external partners and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation and networking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate partners, industry leaders, and community stakeholders.
• Identify, secure, and expand internship and experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Recruit industry professionals to serve as guest speakers, panelists, and classroom presenters.
• Collaborate with faculty to design practicum, consulting, and project-based learning experiences.
• Research, develop, and support business service and internal service projects benefiting students.
• Secure sponsorships and external support for student projects and initiatives.
• Manage the School of Business website and social media to promote programs and opportunities.
• Represent the School of Business at corporate offices, events, and conferences.

Skills

Relationship building

Networking

Public speaking

Project management

Communication skills

Event coordination

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Higher Education

Job description

Compensation for this position is expected to range between $22.95 and $27.00 per hour

Position Summary Information

Summary

The Industry Liaison – Temporary role serves as a representative of the Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business at California Baptist University ( CBU ), fostering strategic partnerships with industry leaders, educational institutions, and community organizations. This role is responsible for developing collaborative relationships that support the school’s mission, enhance student and employer engagement, expand experiential learning opportunities, and advance the distinctive goals and initiatives of CBU and the School of Business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop, cultivate, and maintain relationships with corporate partners, industry leaders, and community stakeholders to support the mission and strategic objectives of the Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business.
2. Identify, secure, and expand internship and experiential learning opportunities with private, public, nonprofit, and community-based organizations for students.
3. Support academic programs by recruiting and coordinating industry professionals, executives, and subject matter experts to serve as guest speakers, panelists, and classroom presenters.
4. Collaborate with faculty and industry partners to develop and implement practicum, consulting, and project-based learning experiences that enhance student learning and professional readiness.
5. Research, develop, and facilitate Business Service Projects that provide students with practical, real-world business experiences while serving organizational needs.
6. Research, develop, and facilitate Internal Service Projects that support School of Business initiatives and contribute to student engagement and professional development.
7. Secure sponsorships, donations, and external support for student projects, equipment, facilities, capstone experiences, scholarships, and other School of Business initiatives.
8. Manage and maintain the School of Business website, digital communications, and social media platforms to promote programs, events, student opportunities, and engagement initiatives.
9. Identify and recruit qualified industry professionals who support the vision and mission of CBU to serve as curriculum partners, mentors, advisory council members, and strategic collaborators.
10. Research, develop, and support initiatives designed to increase student interest, recruitment, enrollment, retention, and engagement among both domestic and international student populations.
11. Promote, coordinate, and support School of Business events, with a particular emphasis on expanding networking, career readiness, and professional development opportunities for students, alumni, and community partners.
12. Represent the School of Business through regular travel to corporate offices, industry events, meetings, conferences, and other engagement opportunities with current and prospective partners.
13. Serve as a liaison between the School of Business and external organizations, providing support and coordination for partnerships, outreach efforts, and community engagement activities.
14. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of departmental and University objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to living out and upholding the University’s Christ‑centered mission and values.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, exercise initiative, prioritize competing responsibilities, and manage time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate, organize, and facilitate meetings, events, and activities involving external organizations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and standard business software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and related technologies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Thorough knowledge of business English, professional correspondence, business mathematics, and standard office practices, procedures, and operations.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, edit, and present information effectively.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data, prepare reports, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and networking skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, employers, and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use independent judgment in decision-making and to maintain the confidentiality of institutional, employee, student, and partner information.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional customer service skills, including excellent telephone, email, and in-person communication etiquette.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and improve recordkeeping systems, databases, and administrative processes.
• Ability to investigate issues, evaluate information, identify solutions, and implement appropriate follow-up actions.
• Ability to effectively resolve concerns, complaints, and problems in a professional and timely manner.
• Experience providing leadership, direction, training, or coordination of staff, student workers, interns, or volunteers is preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• Strong professional presence and the ability to represent the Jabs School of Business and California Baptist University in a positive and professional manner with external constituencies.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Marketing, Communications, Higher Education, or a related field; and one (1) to two (2) years of related professional experience in business development, community engagement, higher education, sales, marketing, partnership development, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Open Date

08/19/2026

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Special Instructions to Applicants

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

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• * Are you a Christian?
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• * Do you attend church regularly?
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• * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
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