Government and Not-for-Profit Industry Specialist, Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Dev
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 5, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first- generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $65,000+ (Commensurate with experience)
The Government and Not-for-Profit Industry Specialist will support Binghamton students' career success by harnessing and integrating the knowledge employers (especially regional employers) and alumni can provide students. This position will support the regional/state economic development initiative to enhance employer connections, and workforce development needs through skill-building programs, overall placement rates, and internship rates.
Industry and Campus Partnerships
The Government and Not-for-Profit Industry Specialist will be a vital member of the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development's Employer Engagement Team and specialize in fostering connections with government and not-for-profit employers.
This position will cultivate and nurture relationships with industry representatives, serving as the bridge between Binghamton University students and government and not-for-profit employers, and establishing pathways for their active participation on campus.
In this role, the Specialist assumes the critical responsibility of managing employer relationships and actively curating internship and job prospects for both undergraduate and graduate students. Their focus on nurturing internship opportunities involves providing valuable guidance and support to industry-specific employers to enhance our students' professional development.
Core Responsibilities Include:
- Develop new and maintain existing industry and employer relationships within the region for Binghamton University, including organizations of all types ranging from large multinational corporations to nonprofits and small businesses (not limited to strictly "industrial" companies")
- Champion the use of internships as a hiring pipeline tool and provide consultation in an effort to develop strong internship and shadowing programs for college students
- Build relationships/connections with other leaders/organizations within workforce and economic development roles (SUNY Broome, Chamber of Commerce, Broome Tioga Workforce Development, etc) related to college student hiring
- Facilitate networking and skills training opportunities for students with a focus on retaining students locally and regionally within the state
- Conduct in-depth industry research to stay abreast of employment and recruiting trends relevant to Binghamton University's diverse array of majors and programs
- Represent the university at recruitment events held on and off-campus to foster relationships with both new and existing employers
- Occasional weekend and evening commitments
- Travel within the region, state, and country will be required
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of related experience in government and not-for-profit agencies or in government and not-for-profit recruiting
- Strong attention to detail with strong customer service and follow-up skills
- Strong public speaking experience, demonstrated outstanding verbal and written communications
- Cultural competence with the ability to lead in a dynamic community with a diverse student body
- Knowledge of industry and employment trends in diverse fields
- Connections in local, state, and/or national employment opportunities
- Prior experience working for a college or university-based workforce development
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov
Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/
Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."
Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.
For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=171337
Deadline for Internal Applicants: January 22, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
