ECAC Employer Engagement Senior Manager, Cockrell School of Engineering

Job Posting Title: ECAC Employer Engagement Senior Manager, Cockrell School of Engineering ---- Hiring Department: Cockrell School of Engineering ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.  Purpose To continuously expand career opportunities for students and alumni of a prestigious top-10 engineering program (US News & World Report 2024). This will be accomplished by 1) advocating for and promoting Cockrell school engineers to industry partners, educational institutions, technical programs, and other experiential learning prospects; 2) formulating and driving strategic early-career recruitment engagement; 3) fostering existing professional relationships while cultivating new ones; and 4) working in tandem with ECAC team, Cockrell school staff, and university faculty. Responsibilities Attend conferences and professional development meetings pertinent to creating recruiting connections. Collaborate on employer-led events such as lobby days, info sessions, lunch n’ learns, and others with emphasis on customer service and relationship retention. Communicate recruiting guidelines and policies to ensure adherence to ECAC’s standards and expectations of employer behavior (or employment practices). Design and implement outreach campaigns to identify new potential businesses and key contacts, particularly in industries with sparse representation. Direct ECAC-led and ECAC co-led career fairs, the largest of which hosts 300+ employers and 3000+ students. Oversee collection and tracking of employer engagement and recruitment data, including consultations, engagements, and outcomes. Represent ECAC and the Cockrell School at events, committee meetings, and work-groups. Serve as liaison between employer partners and other UT offices, including, but not limited to: individual academic departments, development office, campus career centers, Dean’s office, etc. Serve as primary contact for all hiring and industry partners, providing them with effective and ethical recruitment strategy recommendations. Supervise and support employer relations team with their duties and responsibilities; conduct performance evaluations annually. Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience in creating and leading programs with large number of various stakeholders. Adeptness with large scale event planning with precise attention to detail. Proven project management and organizational skills with ability to lead small groups and committees. Experience with career management platforms and/or applicant tracking systems. Experience with database or customer relationship management (CRM) platform, and/or ability to learn new technology quickly. Independent decision making and problem-solving ability. Excellent professional judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate delicate matters to wide audiences. Experience with client-facing role; ability to motivate and persuade others to action. Active listening and customer service mindset. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree and/or relevant certifications in recruiting and human resources. Experience in university career services, early career/university recruitment, corporate human relations, talent acquisition, or workforce development in relevant industry. Understanding of employment market trends and employer needs within context of university/early-career recruiting. Familiarity with US Department of Labor federal laws/regulations and work authorization statuses. Salary Range $71,004 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions Work is performed in a standard office environment. Work outside of normal business hours may be required on a periodic basis during peak periods or for special events. Work Shift Standard work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Periodic work outside of normal business hours, to include evenings and weekends, may be required on a periodic basis or for special events.  Required Materials Resume/CV Letter of interest 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the o