Assistant/Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations, STEM and Health Sciences

Title: Assistant/Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations, STEM and Health Sciences

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: M-F

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Strategic Initiatives

Department: Student Professional Development Center

Position Summary

We are excited to welcome a new member to the Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) team in a role dedicated to employer relations for STEM and Health Sciences students at Elon University. The Assistant/Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations’ purpose is to enhance, deepen, and cultivate relationships with companies and organizations to best position students and alumni from STEM and Health Sciences fields, as well as throughout Elon University for internship and job opportunities. This is done in tandem with executing the strategic plan that aligns with the goals of the University, the SPDC, and the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS).

The Student Professional Development Center reports through the Senior Vice President of Advancement and External Affairs. The Assistant/Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations for STEM and Health Sciences reports to the Senior Associate Director of Corporate and Employer Relations for the Love School of Business.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you’ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you’ll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation’s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Assistant Director - Master's degree in any relevant field of study with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.

Associate Director - Master’s degree and at least 5 years previous experience ideally working within career services, STEM, Health Sciences, or recruiting/human resources.

Job Duties

• Employer Engagement, Maintenance & Travel
  • Visit destinations (10-15% of time) where STEM and Health Sciences students want to intern and pursue full-time opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with employers that align with student professional goals. Each CER professional t