IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director for Career Development and Success in the College for Education and Engaged Learning (CEEL), the Temporary Employer Relations Specialist will focus on developing new external employer partners and internship offerings for students in CEEL, and increasing employer involvement in CEEL recruitment initiatives. The Temporary Employer Relations Specialist will serve as the primary contact for employer inquiries and technical support. The Temporary Employer Relations Specialist will assist with advising students, individually and through group presentations, on topics such as resume writing, job search strategies, and professional networking as needed.

This is part time temporary position, 30 hours per week, for an estimated 50 weeks.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops relationships with new employer partners and manages existing employer relationships.

Develops new and innovative internship opportunities specific to CEEL academic programs.

Serves as the main contact for employer partners with regard to recruiting initiatives.

Manages the job approval process for CEEL in Handshake and serves as the main point of contact for employer questions and technical troubleshooting.

Supports the planning, execution, and evaluation of signature recruitment events.

Oversees the marketing and promotion of relevant employment opportunities and recruiting events to students and alumni.

Delivers career development workshops to prepare students for successful networking with employer partners.

Assists with career advising, resume reviews, and interview preparation as needed.

Collaborates with career services and CEEL colleagues to ensure consistency of services.

Collects, organizes, and tracks employer relations metrics.

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED:

Bachelor’s Degree.

Two years of full-time professional experience working in higher education, recruiting, or a field related to workforce development.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.

Demonstrated ability to build and enhance relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, diverse working environment.

PREFERRED:

Familiarity with hiring trends in the education sector, particularly in New Jersey.

Experience working on career services initiatives such as on-campus recruitment events, career advising, and career-related programming.

Facility with technologies related to career services and student support.

Experience developing and delivering professional development presentations to diverse audiences.

Experience planning and executing events

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Department

BC_Director Academic Advising and Career Ed (Temporary)

Position Type

Hourly - Temporary

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/