Coordinator, Career Readiness and Employer Partnerships
Location: Highland Heights, Ky · Type: Full time · Posted:
2026-09-03 · Reference: JR100383
Position Title:
Coordinator, Career Readiness and Employer Partnerships
Position Type:
Regular
About the Role:
The Coordinator, Career Readiness and Employer Partnerships is the primary
liaison between the College and the Norse Network Hub, connecting employers
with faculty, staff, and students to expand career opportunities and
strengthen employer partnerships.
This position coordinates employer engagement activities, communicates
opportunities across the College, and supports initiatives that align academic
programs with workforce needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Employer Engagement
Serve as the College's primary contact for employer engagement activities
with the Norse Network Hub.
Connect employers with appropriate faculty, programs, and departments.
Identify and communicate employer partnership opportunities that support
student career development and experiential learning.
Collaboration & Programming
Coordinate employer events and engagement activities within the College,
including information sessions, networking events, classroom
presentations, and employer visits.
Collaborate with faculty, Career Services, and Hub staff to expand
employer involvement in student learning and career readiness initiatives.
Foster strong relationships among employers, faculty, and academic
leadership.
Communication & Reporting
Attend regular Hub meetings and share employer engagement updates.
Track employer interactions and engagement activities using designated
university systems.
Support continuous improvement by sharing best practices and identifying
opportunities to strengthen employer partnerships.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with
internal and external stakeholders.
Experience coordinating programs, events, or partnership initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education, employer relations, workforce development,
career services, or community engagement.
Familiarity with Handshake, TeamDynamix, or similar CRM/event management
systems.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.
Project and event coordination experience.
Ability to work independently while building collaborative partnerships.
Commitment to student success and employer engagement.
Posted Salary:
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
