Senior Associate Director, Employer Engagement
Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Employer Outreach and Engagement:
Drive employer relations with companies who have hired, newly engaged with Grad CCD, and Babson College to focus on high-quality internship and full-time employment opportunities. Conduct site visits to local employers and strategize brand awareness activities.
Develop and manage national and global employer partnerships reflective of career outcomes and student interests.
Create employer communication outreach strategy, in collaboration with the Communication Manager. Oversee employer nurture campaigns, content development and analytics/reach in partnership with College Marketing.
Partner with Babson’s Centers and Institutes, Experiential Learning, and Alumni and Friends to identify and leverage professional networks of alumni, founders, hiring managers and influencers to champion Babson talent, increase opportunities for students, and make Babson their school of choice.
Provide expertise in national and global employment trends, talent acquisition best practices and the use of AI in the screening to hiring process.
Deliver quality oversight of job approval process and vetting of employers and provide prospective employers with appropriate resources to establish new partnerships.
Work with director to plan annual spring EAB (Employer Advisory Board) meeting and end of year Employer and Alumni Recognition events.
Educate employers on master's programs and student populations, and maintain employer policies and procedures for recruiting and hiring Babson students; ensure inclusive hiring practices.
Facilitate Fall and Spring recruiting prep education for graduate students; participate in Grad CCD orientations and create and maintain a calendar of recruitment events for Graduate School departments.
Hold periodic office hours to answer industry and company-specific recruiting questions, and reinforce professional expectations for recruiting events.
Report on topics such as U.S. employer expectations, hiring trends and AI in recruiting to career advisors.
Partner with career advising team for industry specific employer partnerships for student industry clubs and graduate student council.
Lead bi-weekly corporate engagement meetings with Communication Manager and Business Analyst.
Data Management:
Guide operations team on tracking employer relations activity, event feedback, student participation, and success metrics.
Maintain a robust employer database and track engagement metrics using career services platforms (e.g., 12Twenty, Handshake or similar).
Shares key metrics to support colleagues and cross-institutional data reporting.
Evaluate employer engagement outcomes; regularly assess effectiveness of recruiting events and make data-informed recommendations.
Assume additional responsibilities as required.
YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE
N/A
WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED
Master’s degree, MBA preferred
A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience.
Skilled with Salesforce, experience with platforms such as Handshake, or 12Twenty.
Experience using Tableau and/or Power BI.
Experienced in employer engagement in higher education, and/or corporate recruiting.
Interpersonal communication, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Business development experience with strong writing and presentation skills.
Must have project management and strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access—particularly experience with data manipulation within databases, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must have a high comfort level with managing and running online video conferencing and web tools such as Webex, and Zoom.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, take initiative.
Envisions and proposes new methods to perform tasks that support innovation; takes thoughtful risks; and accepts new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
Anticipates and embraces change; demonstrates willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
Must have strong technology skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, GoogleSuite, PowerPoint and Outlook), Sales Force or comparable CRM systems.
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK
Requires some evening and occasional weekend work as well as some travel.
Must have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver’s License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College’s insurer’s criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College’s vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee’s driving record based on the
College insurer’s criteria; and safety training as required by management.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE
Experience in career management from industry or higher education a plus.
Coaching and advisory experience preferred.
Business background strongly preferred
This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $96,755-$107,506 depending on the candidate’s experience; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.
Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.
Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.
Retirement: Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
Additional Benefits: Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.
All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr@babson.edu.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Employer Outreach and Engagement:
Drive employer relations with companies who have hired, newly engaged with Grad CCD, and Babson College to focus on high-quality internship and full-time employment opportunities. Conduct site visits to local employers and strategize brand awareness activities.
Develop and manage national and global employer partnerships reflective of career outcomes and student interests.
Create employer communication outreach strategy, in collaboration with the Communication Manager. Oversee employer nurture campaigns, content development and analytics/reach in partnership with College Marketing.
Partner with Babson’s Centers and Institutes, Experiential Learning, and Alumni and Friends to identify and leverage professional networks of alumni, founders, hiring managers and influencers to champion Babson talent, increase opportunities for students, and make Babson their school of choice.
Provide expertise in national and global employment trends, talent acquisition best practices and the use of AI in the screening to hiring process.
Deliver quality oversight of job approval process and vetting of employers and provide prospective employers with appropriate resources to establish new partnerships.
Work with director to plan annual spring EAB (Employer Advisory Board) meeting and end of year Employer and Alumni Recognition events.
Educate employers on master's programs and student populations, and maintain employer policies and procedures for recruiting and hiring Babson students; ensure inclusive hiring practices.
Facilitate Fall and Spring recruiting prep education for graduate students; participate in Grad CCD orientations and create and maintain a calendar of recruitment events for Graduate School departments.
Hold periodic office hours to answer industry and company-specific recruiting questions, and reinforce professional expectations for recruiting events.
Report on topics such as U.S. employer expectations, hiring trends and AI in recruiting to career advisors.
Partner with career advising team for industry specific employer partnerships for student industry clubs and graduate student council.
Lead bi-weekly corporate engagement meetings with Communication Manager and Business Analyst.
Data Management:
Guide operations team on tracking employer relations activity, event feedback, student participation, and success metrics.
Maintain a robust employer database and track engagement metrics using career services platforms (e.g., 12Twenty, Handshake or similar).
Shares key metrics to support colleagues and cross-institutional data reporting.
Evaluate employer engagement outcomes; regularly assess effectiveness of recruiting events and make data-informed recommendations.
Assume additional responsibilities as required.
YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE
N/A
WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED
Master’s degree, MBA preferred
A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience.
Skilled with Salesforce, experience with platforms such as Handshake, or 12Twenty.
Experience using Tableau and/or Power BI.
Experienced in employer engagement in higher education, and/or corporate recruiting.
Interpersonal communication, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Business development experience with strong writing and presentation skills.
Must have project management and strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access—particularly experience with data manipulation within databases, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must have a high comfort level with managing and running online video conferencing and web tools such as Webex, and Zoom.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, take initiative.
Envisions and proposes new methods to perform tasks that support innovation; takes thoughtful risks; and accepts new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
Anticipates and embraces change; demonstrates willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
Must have strong technology skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, GoogleSuite, PowerPoint and Outlook), Sales Force or comparable CRM systems.
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK
Requires some evening and occasional weekend work as well as some travel.
Must have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver’s License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College’s insurer’s criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College’s vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee’s driving record based on the
College insurer’s criteria; and safety training as required by management.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE
Experience in career management from industry or higher education a plus.
Coaching and advisory experience preferred.
Business background strongly preferred
This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $96,755-$107,506 depending on the candidate’s experience; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.
Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.
Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.
Retirement: Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
Additional Benefits: Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.
All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr@babson.edu.
About Babson College
Babson College is the global leader in entrepreneurship education, ranked for having the No. 1 undergraduate school and MBA for entrepreneurship 26 and 29 times in a row.
An independent, not-for-profit institution, Babson is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). Each academic year, more than 2,100 undergraduate and 900 graduate students attend Babson, representing more than 80 countries.
As creators and conveners of knowledge about entrepreneurship, Babson distinguishes itself with an Undergraduate School that provides a top-flight business education blending innovative, integrated and applied business and liberal arts programs with curricular and cocurricular learning experiences; the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, that grants highly ranked MBA and MS degrees; an Executive Education program for professionals looking to grow in today’s rapidly evolving business environment; a world-class faculty with real-world experience—87% of our full-time faculty hold a doctoral degree or its equivalent, and are accomplished entrepreneurs, executives, scholars, authors, researchers, poets, and artists; global research projects that are used as key benchmarking indicators by a number of distinguished regional, national and supranational authorities around the world; and Babson Global, which works with corporate, university, government, and foundation partners to advance entrepreneurship education and Entrepreneurial Thought and Action worldwide.
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