Senior Coordinator of Industry and Employer Relations

Position Title & Department:

 Senior Coordinator of Industry and Employer Relations; Knauss School of Business Posting #

5070

Department Description:

The Knauss School of Business at USD embraces a stewardship approach to business education. Stewardship requires businesses to protect and care for society in pursuit of a greater good.  The Knauss School community of faculty, staff, students and graduates, embrace stewardship by applying values-driven, free-enterprise skills to improve businesses, industries, and the lives of people in our community and around the world.  We provide academically rigorous, relevant and values-based education and research.  Degree programs in the Knauss School of Business are AACSB accredited, with the undergraduate and MBA programs being highly ranked both domestically and internationally.  www.sandiego.edu/business/about/ 

USD School of Business Diversity Statement

The University of San Diego Knauss School of Business strives to create a welcoming environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusiveness (DEI) and ethics, commensurate with our Catholic mission. We value students, faculty and staff from different backgrounds, demographics, experiences, perspectives and faiths.  For more information on how DEI is tied to our efforts in creating academic excellence, our development as civic and campus citizens, and the realization of compassionate service, you may review our webpage: https://www.sandiego.edu/business/about/diversity-statement.php

In addition, the Knauss School of Business offers two different compressed work schedule options following a 9/75 structure in which employees have 1 to 1.5 days off over every two-week period as well as a hybrid option for those positions that can complete some work remotely.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

This is a full-time temporary, benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2025. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.

The Senior Coordinator of Industry and Employer Relations Coordinator is an integral member of the Knauss School of Business (KSB) and reports to the Senior Director of Industry and Employer Relations . The Senior Coordinator is responsible for implementing and managing key external engagement programs and initiatives that uncover career pathways and opportunities for Knauss School of Business students. This includes comprehensive coordination of programs that offer students direct exposure to diverse industries and organizations, including but not limited to the Industry Networking Mixer, Industry Panels, Employer and Alumni in Residence, Placement Palooza, Knauss Company Connections, Toreroships, Talent on Tap, Grad Job Expo and Hire San Diego.

In collaboration with the Senior Director of Industry and Employer Relations and Student Success Center team members, the Senior Coordinator oversees the maintenance and utilization of employer and alumni relations contact and management systems. Additionally, the Senior Coordinator contributes to the design and execution of employer engagement events and initiatives, ensuring seamless operations and impactful interaction