Job Description

Located in Redmond, Washington, DigiPen Institute of Technology is a small college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, Computer Engineering, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 5 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade.To learn more, visit:https://www.digipen.edu/ .

OVERVIEW
Reporting to the VP of Career and Alumni Relations, the Coordinator of Employer Relations will connect with industry professionals to identify opportunities to collaborate and ultimately grow DigiPen’s employer base. This role has a great emphasis on email communication, relationship building, calendar management, & event planning. This position is non-exempt, full-time, and some evening and weekend hours are required. Some out-of-state travel may be required.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop strategic planning initiatives to contribute to the growth of DigiPen’s relationship with industry employers and contacts
• Manage and maintain detailed information about employer contacts in DigiPen’s Career Services management platform (Handshake)
• Source new employer contacts that previously do not have a relationship with DigiPen to cultivate opportunities for students/graduates and onboard them onto the Handshake system
• Recruit employers to attend major on-campus events including Company Days, Fall Career Event, and NextGen Industry Mixer, etc. and assist with event planning
• Plan and execute weekly employer events (Company Days, mixers, etc.)
• Oversee Career and Alumni Relations social media groups (Facebook, LinkedIn, Discord)
• Maintain employer engagement documentation annually
• Develop and maintain a communication plan for employers using email marketing and newsletters
• Develop relationships with employers through regular calls, emails, and meetings
• Develop surveys and feedback channels for improving DigiPen’s external employer relations
• Assist with campus-wide Employment Verification process
• Assist with internal and external data collection efforts
• Keep team apprised of events and progress
• Other duties as assigned

Shared Responsibilities:

• Support current students and alumni both in one-on-one advising and in career-related workshops to encourage professional development (resume/cover letter writing, interviewing, networking, salary negotiating, etc.)
• Thorough documentation of departmental activity
• Represent and assist with interdepartmental events such as New Student Orientation, Preview Days, etc.
• Serve on campus committees, as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, English, Higher Education, or related field
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and environment that is welcoming to all students, alumni, staff members, and industry professionals
• Familiarity with the Interactive Entertainment Industry and/or adjacent industries (animation, tech, etc.)
• Proficiency with Social Media, particularly LinkedIn and Discord
• Proven professionalism with written & verbal communication skills and comfort with public speaking
• Ability to collaborate with internal colleagues and industry partners
• Exceptional organizational abilities while performing duties such as calendar management, email correspondence tracking, and scheduling meetings
• High energy level, motivation, professionalism, initiative, and attention to detail required
• Strong written and grammatical skills
• Comfort with cold outreach efforts (calls, emails, etc.)
• Excellent self-management skills, highly detail oriented, and motivated

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience working in career services field
• Familiarity with career services management platforms (Handshake, Symplicity, GradLeaders, etc.)
• Event planning experience

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English clearly
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Have considerable manual dexterity (typing, filing, etc.)

LOCATION: Redmond, WA – This in-person position requires candidates to be available on-site.

SALARY RANGE:

$56,000 - $66,000 annually, depending on experience

BENEFITS:

• Dental, medical, and vision (begins the first of the month following 60 days of employment)
• Two weeks of vacation in the first year, with increasing accrual each year thereafter
• 14 paid holidays
• An additional paid week off between Christmas and New Years
• 401K after one year FT service, match vested immediately
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance after one year
• Free DigiPen tuition for yourself to start; discounts for family after one year
• Complimentary soda, coffee, and tea
• Free campus parking

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and academic freedom are priorities of DigiPen Institute of Technology, as DigiPen endorses the goals of affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. The Institute's intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.

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