Strategic Employer Engagement Coordinator

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a dynamic professional to lead employer engagement and student success initiatives within the College of Natural Sciences. This role builds and maintains relationships with employers, designs outreach programs, and supports career-related activities for CNS students.

You will collaborate with CNS Career Services, UT Austin Career Success, and the CNS Office of Experiential Learning to advance CNS career development goals, contributing to wellness,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in program administration or coordination.
• Preferred experience in higher education or career services.
• Strong communication across departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employer partners engaging with CNS students.
• Design and deliver programs connecting students with industry insights and opportunities.
• Plan and execute employer-facing events such as career fairs, networking nights, and industry panels.
• Develop targeted marketing strategies for employers and students to maximize engagement and outcomes.
• Collaborate with campus teams to align employer activity with CNS goals and compliance.

Skills

Employer relations

Student engagement

Communication skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Handshake

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Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a dynamic professional to lead employer engagement and student success initiatives within the College of Natural Sciences. This role builds and maintains relationships with employers, designs outreach programs, and supports career-related activities for CNS students.

You will collaborate with CNS Career Services, UT Austin Career Success, and the CNS Office of Experiential Learning to advance CNS career development goals, contributing to wellness,