The Employer Engagement Specialist (Program Coordinator II) supports the Career Design Center's efforts to coordinate recruitment activities and employer engagement for Utah State University. The Employer Engagement Specialist cultivates and manages relationships with employers to expand internship and employment opportunities for USU students. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role plays a key part in executing employer engagement strategies, coordinating recruitment events, and ensuring a high-quality experience for employer partners. The Employer Engagement Specialist works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the university's career readiness and workforce development goals.

Employer Engagement & Relationship Management – 50%

• Assist in implementing strategic employer engagement plans developed by the Executive Director.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers across industries to promote student hiring.
• Serve as a primary contact for employer inquiries, ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Conduct outreach to new employers and maintain regular engagement with existing partners.

Event Planning & Coordination – 25%

• Plan and execute employer-facing events such as career fairs, information sessions, and networking events.
• Coordinate logistics for on-campus and virtual recruiting activities.
• Collaborate with marketing staff to promote events and employer opportunities to students and faculty.

Collaboration & Support – 20%

• Work closely with the Executive Director to align employer outreach with academic programs and student interests.
• Partner with faculty, student organizations, and alumni relations to support employer engagement initiatives.
• Represent the Career Design Center at campus and community events as needed.

Data & Reporting – 5%

• Track employer engagement activities and student outcomes.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Assistant Director to inform strategic planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, higher education, or a related field and 2 years of experience in employer relations, career services, recruiting, or a related area; OR an equivalent combination of education plus experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders including employers, students, and faculty.
• Experience planning and managing events with attention to detail and timelines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Awareness of labor market trends and employer recruitment practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a university or student-facing environment.
• Familiarity with career services platforms such as Handshake and CRM tools like Salesforce.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Frequent travel within Utah. Occasional regional and national travel.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 07/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 06/2025