Assistant Director, Employer Relations & Programs

The Assistant Director of Employer Relations and Programs is a foundational support of the employer relations team who assists with creating opportunities for students that will contribute to career success.

• Work collaboratively with the Associate Director and the unit leadership team to foster a comprehensive and integrated approach to career development, with attention to the roles employers and alumni employers play in the process
• Support and execute on comprehensive career readiness programs, including pre- and post-event logistical planning and management
• Assist employers in posting opportunities for students, which can include assistance with creating an account in Symplicity, guidance on crafting a job description, and compiling resume books; approve postings in Symplicity according to NACE best practices for student employment
• In partnership with the career advising team, oversee and improve upon the SGC Ambassador student employment program
• Originate ideas for how to develop relationships with potential employers that would directly involve them in industry CAPS-focused career programming with students
• Responsible for the follow-up survey data collection from both students and employers for ER events; response rates for each determined by the supervisor
• Communicate with peers at other institutions in similar roles to discuss new trends and best practices in student-to-employer/alumni programming
• Manage student organization relationships and ensure seamless workflow for MOU and event processes; Ensure that student club information on the SGC website, CAPS communities, is always current
• Act as administrator for virtual mentoring platform (PeopleGrove)
• Execute on strategies to develop cohorts of YU alumni by industry and/or employer to strengthen the SGC brand with all alumni who are able to recruit students
• Other related duties as assigned

• Minimum of three years combined professional experience in project management, communications, and technical experience required
• Some background in Higher Education is strongly preferred, as well as demonstrable experience in working with college-aged populations
• Experience with developing and scaling programs is required
• Master's degree preferred
• Strong organizational work skills, defining tasks, prioritizing assignments, and following through on all projects independently; can articulate challenges and proposed solutions with ease
• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills
• Ability to deal with a university population at all levels
• Carry out any other related duties as necessary in keeping with the requirements and qualifications of the job, including occasional nights and weekends as required to support programming

• Strong customer focus (ability to listen attentively to students and alumni and to understand and respond positively to their requests)
• Experience designing and delivering complex programs, including evaluating and measuring program effectiveness and outcomes required
• Ability to work effectively in teams and to develop and sustain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, employers, volunteers, and community members
• Strong project management skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and ability to meet deadlines
• Relational database (CRM) system experience
• High level of proficiency with web-based resources, spreadsheets, and presentation software required (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Proven ability to work independently and as a multi-team player and to contribute to a collaborative environment with experience in oversight and project management
• An entrepreneurial orientation, proven track record of taking initiative and making things happen (i.e. self-starter)
• Ability to work under pressure, with the flexibility to respond to changing priorities and fluctuating workloads

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.