Manager of Employer Relations - Harlingen
$64–$69,000 year
On-siteHarlingen, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute a regional strategy for employer partnership development by coordinating job fairs, employer spotlights, networking events, campus tours, and company visits to cultivate internship and employment opportunities for TSTC students and alumni. Establish and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with local employers and HR managers to ensure repeat recruiting visits and maximize connections with businesses recruiting from multiple campuses. Support Campus Leads in engaging with industry partners, monitor regional industry trends, and provide strategic recommendations for program enhancements to align with student learning and operations goals. Supervise Employer Relations Campus Leads while fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the career services team.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years required experience in a leadership or management role, overseeing teams and driving operational excellence
- 3 years required experience in program coordination and deployment
- 3 years required demonstrated experience in customer relationship management
- Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form
- Acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States
- Criminal history background check
Desired Qualifications
- 4 years preferred
- 5 years preferred
- Career Services: Understand employer/HR Manager hiring and workforce needs and expectations as well as industry trends, market demands, and emerging fields
- Placement: Understanding of job placement processes per program (for credit and not for credit)
- Employer Relations: Familiarity with developing, managing, and scaling a coordinated employer engagement program and processes
- Stakeholder Needs Assessment: Skill in conducting needs analysis and working with businesses, associations, and government agencies to determine hiring needs
- Strong relationship-building and networking skills with employers at all levels and with varied backgrounds and expertise
- Project Management: Excellent project management, multi-tasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
- Event Management: Event planning, coordination, and management, or in the customer service industry with a focus on high-end customer experience
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to draft professional communications, prepare reports, and deliver presentations
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations
- Gather and synthesize data, compile information, and prepare meaningful reports
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically, analyze data and trends, and develop innovative strategies for employer relations
- Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive employer relations strategy
- Relationship Building: Proven track record in establishing and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to advance organizational goals
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