Summary:
The Manager of Employer Relations plays a vital role in supporting the employer engagement strategy at Mercy University. Working under the direction of the Director of Employer Relations, the manager maintains assigned employer relationships and supports the development of new partnerships with corporate, regional, and local private and public sector employers. The manager plans and executes employer events in addition to gathering and promoting experiential learning opportunities for Mercy University students across all schools. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships. The manager is expected to perform other duties as assigned; occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.
Key Responsibilities:
Employer Relations Management
Maintain assigned employer relationships, serving as a consistent point of contact for designated partners and providing excellent customer service to employers
Support the development of new partnerships with employers in target industries and geographic areas
Maintain regular communication with employers to understand their hiring needs and promote Mercy College students and programs
Promote employer opportunities to students across all schools
Event Coordination and Support
Plan and execute employer events such as information sessions and networking events, which includes but is not limited to employer sign up, facilities logistics, promotional materials, and communication requests.
Assist with coordinating, planning, and executing large scale employer events
Provide support with employer visits on campus including scheduling, room reservations and technical support.
Student and College Engagement
Support Work-Based Experience (WBE) and experiential learning initiatives across the university
Support university’s employer engagement activities and initiatives
Collaborate with faculty, PACT Mentors, and the Career team to connect students with employer opportunities
Assist in promoting experiential opportunities including internships, jobs, and interviews
Professional Representation
Represent Mercy University, the Career team, and other programs with the highest level of professionalism in all interactions
Join applicable networking groups and attend events
Demonstrate strong written and oral ability in all communications with employers, students, faculty, and staff
Collaborate across schools, campuses, and departments for the advancement of Mercy University and our students
Perform other duties as assigned
Other Duties
Perform additional projects and responsibilities as assigned
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university required
Experience and/or Skills Required:
Minimum of two years of relevant experience in Career Services, Employer Relations, University Recruiting, Human Resources, or related field required
Event planning experience preferred
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills required
Proven organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail required
Customer service orientation and ability to work independently and as a team member required
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment required
Proficiency in MS Office (including intermediate Excel) required
Experience with career services platforms (e.g., Handshake, Symplicity) preferred
Ability to travel between locations required
Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required
Employer connections in the greater New York area preferred
Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.
Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.
Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.
At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.
Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.
The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.
Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.
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