Assistant Director for Employer Relations

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Position Title Assistant Director for Employer Relations Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 087501 Department Career Development - 305000

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Assistant Director of Career Development for Employer Relations reports to the Associate Director for Employer Relations and Marketing and is responsible for developing and supporting employer relationships and engagements on campus. The Assistant Director identifies companies, agencies, business, governmental entities, etc that can provide practicum, internship, and employment opportunities for App State students and secures their involvement in on campus recruitment events. The Assistant Director supports the planning and execution of all Career Development Center anchor events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and three years of professional experience, preferably in higher education or private sector recruiting; or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience in program and event planning with demonstrated superior attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and build rapport with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and employer colleagues
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize competing tasks
• Familiarity with recruitment and hiring practices and knowledge of industry trends

License/Certification Required

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a related field
• Strong computer skills including managing databases, platforms, and software packages
• Experience working with career services management platforms such as Handshake, customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, or related technical software

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Director for Employer Relations serves as a member of the Career Development Center Employer Relations Team, advancing its mission by developing and executing employer outreach, recruitment, and relationship management strategies that produce high-quality full-time and internship opportunities for App State students.

• Plans and executes all CDC anchor events under the supervision of the Associate Director, including career fairs, conferences, and other engagements with a focus on high-quality engagement between employers and students for the purpose of networking, exercising career readiness competencies, and connecting to jobs and internships.
• Support employer engagement with the CDC by identifying new employer contacts, recruiting employers as potential internship and employment sites, securing employer involvement in programming and events, and supporting employers in the partnership programs.
• Connect employers with Boone and Hickory campus stakeholders (e.g. academic colleges and departments, institutional administrative units, alumni, community members and others) to engage students in the recruiting and hiring process through targeted programming.
• Compile, assess, and report data on employer relations and development activities and events. Use data collected to market outcomes and services as a benefit of engaging with the Career Development Center.
• Coordinate site visits including campus, local, and regional employers to maintain/develop new relations, promote Career Development Center programs and services with emphasis on internships, job development, on-campus recruiting, and utilizing Handshake.
• Serve as a consultant to employers to expand their talent pipelines and provide employers with engagement opportunities that foster mentoring and networking with students.
• Serve as an active collaborator and contributing member of the Marketing Team by supporting strategic communication efforts, content development, and promotional initiatives that enhance student participation and employer engagement opportunities.
• Train and supervise Employer Relations student assistants.

Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Evenings, early mornings, and weekends in preparation for campus-wide career events (approximately 8-10 instances a year). Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range $51,000 - $53,000 Physical Demands of Position

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull event materials and equipment weighing up to 25-50 pounds, including boxes, signage, promotional materials, tablecloths, and event supplies.
• Ability to transport and haul materials using carts, dollies, or other equipment to and from event locations.
• Ability to walk frequently across campus and between event venues, offices, parking areas, and storage locations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time during event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Ability to set up and break down event spaces, including arranging tables, chairs, signage, registration materials, and displays.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach when organizing supplies, setting up displays, or retrieving stored materials.
• Ability to load and unload materials from vehicles or storage areas for on-campus and off-campus events.
• Ability to move quickly between event responsibilities in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and safety.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 04/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 05/12/2026 Proposed Date of Hire 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References with Contact Information or provide a minimum of 3 professional references in the application form.

Search Chair Name Geralyn Jordan Search Chair Email mitchellgb@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/54018 Posting Number 201501767P

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have any large scale event experience in an Arena, Performing Arts Theater, or Stadium?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe any experience you have in planning large scale college access events. Please provide detail for at least one event you've managed.

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many years of experience do you have in college recruitment or related experiences in counseling, sales, marketing, public relations, communications, or education?

• none

• 0-1 years

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5+ years

• • Please describe your recruiting experience.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• List of References with Contact Information