Coordinator - Employer Relations Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 26188)

Description

Reporting to the Associate Director for Employer Relations, the Employer Events Coordinator connects with employers on a daily basis with the primary responsibility of managing all career expos/fairs and other UCC events as needed. Additional responsibilities include coordinating employer involvement in various networking and recruiting activities and assisting with the marketing and promotion of all employer events. The Employer Events Coordinator will be expected to work as part of a team, often working in conjunction with other staff members to execute targeted events.

Minimum Education and Experience

-Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree in business, human resources, higher education, or related fields.
• Experience in event planning, marketing
• Strong relationship management, project management, communication, organization, and marketing skills.
• Experience utilizing relationship management databases such as Handshake, Symplicity, or eRecruiting.
• Knowledge of basic design principles and design software is a plus

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The University Career Center is seeking a dynamic and organized Event Coordinator to join our team. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of events aimed at connecting students with career opportunities, professional development resources, and networking opportunities. This role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including students, employers, faculty, and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute career fairs, employer information sessions, workshops, panels, and other events aimed at connecting students with employers and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with employers, alumni, faculty, and staff to develop engaging and relevant event programming.
• Coordinate event logistics including venue selection, catering, audio-visual equipment, signage, and materials preparation.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure events are executed within budgetary constraints.
• Promote events through various channels including social media, email newsletters, posters, and campus announcements to maximize student participation.
• Work closely with the marketing and communications team to develop event promotional materials and strategies.
• Provide on-site event support including set-up, registration, participant assistance, and troubleshooting.
• Collect and analyze feedback from event participants to continuously improve event offerings.
• Maintain accurate records of event attendance, evaluations, and outcomes.
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in event planning and career services to enhance the effectiveness of events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Remote notice: After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

Must be able to travel to off-campus employer sites, and attend professional development opportunities and other relevant events. Must possess the willingness and ability to work an unconventional work schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:  

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Dental/Vision/AD&D 
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits
• Remote Work Options – approved by department

  All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.   Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.  
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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