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Major Duties

Under general supervision of the Executive Director of Career Education and Professional Development, the Employer Relations and Career Development Specialist develops and nurtures employer relations for the Career Education and Professional Development Office in the Nazarian College of Business and Economics. The incumbent identifies employers with internship and job opportunities aligned with the professional and practical experience relevant to each student’s chosen career.

• Collaborates with employers to create strategic partnerships and specialized internship programs that lead to annually recurring placement of multiple students.
• Increases post-graduation job success for first-generation students from underrepresented communities as a means for building economic mobility.
• Develops and manages all on-campus and virtual recruitment events and services--including on-campus recruiting, fairs, industry mixers, site visits, Handshake job postings, and any other activities that leverage employer involvement for the career development and professional outcomes of Nazarian College students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a job-related field.
• Equivalent to three (3) years of full-time, progressively responsible technical, analytical, or administrative experience.
• Additional experience in job-related field may be substituted for up to two years of the required education, on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of general practices, programs, and/or administrative specialties. Working knowledge of operational analysis and techniques.
• Ability and specialized skills to expertly investigate and analyze problems with a broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to: oversee and/or train others and provide lead work direction; interpret, and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures to develop conclusions and make recommendations; compile, write, and present reports related to program or administrative specialty; and communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong relationship-building skills; proven record of cultivating and developing relationships with hiring managers, recruiters, and executives. Track record of building and maintaining long-term working relationships.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and the overall organization. Comfortable working with a variety of career center tools/technologies, including Handshake.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work individually and as part of a team. Exhibit a polished and professional demeanor in representing the Nazarian College brand.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: Admin Analyst / Specialist / 1038/ grade 2
• The anticipated HIRING RATE is up to $6000 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4598 - $8318 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.  
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through November 7, 2024, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.