Employer Relations Assistant

Ball State University welcomes applications for an Employer Relations Assistant.

This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Manage the daily activities of the on campus recruiting ( OCR) and on campus Interviewing programs ( OCI); provide information regarding services and programs to constituents including students, alumni, employers, staff, and faculty; implement marketing strategies to promote use of recruiting services to employers and students; maintain systems applicable to the Career Center Employer Partnership Program. The position will work with a variety of colleagues both internal and external to the university and balance an array of duties.

Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

One through three years of experience in secretarial, business, systems, customer service or related field.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Associate's degree in administration or business.

Additional years of experience in secretarial, business, systems, customer service, or related field; experience with web-based applications and databases.

None.

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Manage the daily activities of the on-campus recruiting ( OCR) and On Campus Interview ( OCI) programs including maintaining recruiting calendar, scheduling employer visits, setting registration deadlines, and managing the candidate notification and sign-up process through Cardinal Career Link ( CCL); communicate opportunities with Career Center staff and faculty; provide information regarding services and programs to constituents including students, alumni, employers, staff, and faculty; implement marketing strategies to promote use of recruiting services to employers and students. Prepare final reports.

Respond to inquiries from employers and students regarding on-campus recruiting and events; conduct follow-up calls to ensure clients' needs are met; explain and enforce on campus recruiting policies; offer alternative recruiting activities; advise employers of strategies and tactics to improve interview strategies and enhance campus presence.

Maintain data in Cardinal Career Link system for the on-campus recruiting program; monitor scheduling system to ensure accuracy of employer and position information; follow up with employers as needed; provide information to employers and students about using CCL to post positions, manage schedules, and schedule interviews; run daily reports and prepare packets for employer visits; resolve scheduling problems with students and employers and adjust electronic or CCL records as needed.

Plan and coordinate the employer component of the Career Center Practice Interview Program; includes recruiting alumni/employers to participate, scheduling alumni/employers to attend, creating and scheduling backup plans due to employer cancellations, hosting alumni/employers onsite, and assisting the Assistant Director with other related duties.

Assist with Career Center and academic job fairs, including facilities, communicating with employers, and setting up day after interviews.

Assist with planning and coordinating Career Center Networking events with Employer Partners, Alumni, and Faculty; includes recruiting alumni/employers, faculty to participate, scheduling alumni/employers, faculty to attend, creating and scheduling event plans, hosting alumni/employers, faculty at the event

Manage the Career Center electric "GEM car" vehicle, including daily transport of the vehicle to the Career Center and back to the charging station, adding marketing materials, charging, and coordinating use of the car with other departments on campus.

Collaborate with various campus departments to plan and manage academic job fairs; includes maintain employer registrations through Cardinal Career Link; communicate with employers, collect registration fees, and coordinate day-of-event activities as requested.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.