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Carnegie Mellon University is hiring an Associate Director of Employer Relations and Events for the Reidy Career Center - Heinz College. The role leads employer engagement for the Reidy Career Center, the career office serving graduate students at Carnegie Mellon's Heinz College of public policy and information systems. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, the associate director builds corporate partnerships, guides employer outreach, and organizes recruiting events that connect hiring partners with student talent.

Highlights

Offer strategic guidance on employer engagement, including job development, interviews, recruiting events, career fairs, and corporate partnerships.
Develop outreach strategies and long-term employer relationships, and forecast recruitment trends while reporting key market developments to leadership.
Plan and run recruitment events that match strategic goals and student interests, and conduct corporate outreach for internship and full-time roles.
Support international student hiring by working with the Office of International Education on visa policy updates.
Collaborate with Partnerships & Advancement on relationships with private, government, and non-profit partners, and with Reidy advising staff and academic offices to meet program targets.
Travel occasionally, including overnight stays, to regional career fairs and employer networking events.
Bachelor's degree in HR, business, higher education, or a related field, plus at least three years of experience in career services or corporate or campus recruitment.
Demonstrated success leading employer relations initiatives and job development, with experience managing postings and events in Handshake.
Hands-on experience managing pipelines in monday.com or a similar CRM, and the ability to set metrics, analyze data, and deliver strategic insights.

Associate Director of Employer Relations and Events for the Reidy Career Center - Heinz College Full Description

The Heinz College consists of two schools, the School of Public Policy and Management and the School of Information Systems and Management, and offers an academic experience unlike any other. The Heinz College prepares students with a unique ability to conduct careful and objective analysis of meaningful data, to understand and demonstrate the power of information technology, and to lead and implement change in managerial and policy contexts.

The Reidy Career Center seeks an Associate Director of Employer Relations and Events to lead employer engagement, build corporate partnerships, and create career pathways for graduate students.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, you will guide employer outreach, organize targeted recruiting events, and connect hiring partners with student talent.

Core Responsibilities Include:

Offer strategic guidance for employer engagement, including job development, interviews, recruiting events, career fairs, and corporate partnerships.
Build strategies for outreach, long-term employer relationships, and recruitment trend forecasting.
Act as a primary sensor of market trends and report key developments to leadership regularly.
Support international student hiring by working with the Office of International Education on visa policy updates.
Collaborate with Partnerships & Advancement to build relationships with private, government, and non-profit partners.
Develop student employment opportunities and conduct corporate outreach for internship and full-time roles.
Partner with Reidy advising staff and academic offices to meet program targets.
Plan and execute recruitment events that align with strategic goals and student interests.
Travel occasionally, including overnight stays, for regional career fairs and employer networking.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can optimally interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex situations calmly.
Clear understanding of employment markets, hiring trends, and international recruitment.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with leadership experience.
Hands-on experience managing pipelines in monday.com or similar CRM platforms.
Proven ability to establish metrics, analyze datasets, and deliver strategic insights.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Higher Education, or a related field
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in career services or corporate/campus recruitment.
Demonstrated success leading employer relations initiatives and job development.
Experience using Handshake to manage job postings and campus events.

Requirements:

Successful background check.

Additional Information:

Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU or have equivalent experience in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel is involved, including overnight stays, for career fairs and employer events.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function: Career Planning and Placement

Position Type: Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time: Full time

Pay Basis: Salary

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience throughout our recruitment process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application, interview, or hiring process, please contact Equal Opportunity Services by email at [email protected] or by phone at 412-268-5072.

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