Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Director, Industry and Student Connections
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Career Education
Department	Career Exploration and Success
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Director, Industry and Student Connections for the Office of Career Exploration and Success (CES) on the Rutgers—New Brunswick campus. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Career Exploration and Success, the Director provides leadership to the Industry and Student Connections unit, one of four distinct units within the broader Office of Career Exploration and Success. The Director’s high-level responsibilities include overseeing diverse recruiting events and programs, managing the Knights of the Round Table employer sponsorship program, developing meaningful connections between employers and campus partners, including student organizations, and convening the campus-wide Industry Development Council. As a member of CES’s senior leadership team, the director will play a crucial role in the planning and decision-making processes shaping the unit’s future and the wider CES office. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Strategic Leadership and Team Management: The Director will provide the strategic leadership necessary to inspire, coordinate, and manage the efforts of the ten-member (eight full-time and two graduate coordinators) Industry & Student Connections Unit. This unit, comprising the General Recruiting Programs and Industry-to-Campus Connections teams, requires a dedicated leader capable of effectively delegating responsibilities, balancing multiple priorities, and driving the vision of the unit. Their leadership will contribute to the smooth operations of the unit, and their active participation in strategic planning and decision-making will significantly shape the future direction of CES as a whole. The director oversees budgetary expenses of approximately $171,000 (non-salary operating) and $38,000 (student wages). Employer-based income streams for CES are approximately $700,000 (fair revenue) and $150,000 in donations from employers. Recruiting and Relationship Management: The Director will develop and oversee recruitment strategies to expand the number of businesses, corporations, and local, regional and national organizations with active recruiting relationships with the university. This will be achieved by cultivating and expanding strategic relationships with industry through recruiting programs and other direct outreach, as well as through active participation in industry and professional associations. The Director will oversee the organization of recruiting events, such as fairs, interviewing days, employer information sessions, and other networking events. These essential activities necessitate the Director to strengthen relationships with potential employers, promoting Rutgers as a preferred institution for recruiting talent. Their efforts will encourage employer participation in various recruiting programs and other resources organized by CES, playing a pivotal role in expanding career opportunities available to students and graduates. Partnership Development and Collaboration: Collaboration is a key aspect of this role. The Director will facilitate and promote collaboration with other CES units, particularly the student-facing career community team. This entails fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between students, campus partners, and potential employers. The director will also ensure their teams increase activity with campus partners and organize advisory boards, councils, meetings, and events to promote this endeavor. Their leadership will guide the growth and development of the Knights of the Round Table corporate partners program, fortifying the bond between the University and these crucial partners while develop a source of revenue to maintain free programming for students. Industry Development Council Management: Additionally, the Director will manage the campus-wide Industry Development Council. This council serves as a platform that brings together campus partners for the purposes of information sharing, professional development, and strategic planning. It is focused on developing a unified front for employer development, aiming to streamline engagement and foster stronger partnerships between the university and potential employers. The Director’s oversight will ensure that the council functions effectively, bolstering its role as a vital resource for information and a mechanism for consolidating the university’s employer engagement strategies. Miscellaneous: The Director’s role extends beyond the responsibilities listed above. They will be expected to actively participate in various meetings, professional development activities, and take on other responsibilities as assigned. Additionally, they will be a champion for enhancing the Rutgers University brand within the field of career services. This will involve a range of activities, such as presenting at conferences, submitting nominations for awards, and participating in professional online communities like LinkedIn groups. Through these engagements, the Director of Industry and Student Connections will promote the CES office and Rutgers University, effectively elevating its status and influence within the career services sector. This will require a level of dynamism, commitment, and industry involvement that extends the director’s impact beyond the boundaries of the university.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu .
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	08
Position Salary	Budgeted Starting Salary Range: $97,777- $105,000 commensurate with experience
Annual Minimum Salary	94016.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	119000.000
Annual Maximum Salary	143984.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	A master’s degree in a related field plus 5 years of experience in career services, workforce development, university relations and recruiting, or similar fields. This should encompass experience in networking and relationship management, strategic planning, and team management.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Excellent networking abilities and be comfortable establishing and nurturing relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Strategic and visionary thinkers, capable of setting goals, driving the vision of the unit and the CES office, and contributing to the overall strategy of the department. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams is essential. Candidates should have experience in supervising and developing staff, promoting teamwork and positive dynamics, and encouraging team members to feel ownership and celebrate their outcomes. The director should be comfortable making decisions in line with the broader CES mission and goals. Demonstrate motivational skills and be able to inspire their team to achieve the department’s goals and objectives.
Preferred Qualifications	Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in a similar role.
Equipment Utilized	Handshake, relationship management systems, etc.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Must be willing and available to work some nights and weekends as well as travel when needed.

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1841
Posting Open Date	07/05/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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