Employment Development Specialist - Pittsburgh, PA (Pittsburgh)

Employment Development Specialist - Pittsburgh, PA

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Potential students served would be in the arts and social sciences, and fields associated with functional areas such as communications, advertising, human resources, marketing, sales, consulting, management fields and a range of non-profit and government opportunities. The incumbent will be responsible for promoting opportunities (full-time, part-time and internship) for undergraduate students through the departmental establishment of solid relationships with local, regional and national employers. The position will be required to have close collaborative working relationships with the Employment Development staff relating to these disciplines as well as University Corporate Relations professionals. The incumbent will be required to communicate with all other career services staff members to facilitate the continued team efforts toward the mission and goals of the department and the Division of Student Affairs. The incumbent will participate in departmental events including (but not limited to) job fairs, programs, information sessions and on campus interviews.

Job Summary : Manages mutually beneficial connections with employers to bolster career opportunities for students. Provides outreach and career development coaching for students. Solicits corporate partnerships.

Essential Functions :

• Curate and maintain pipelines in nonprofit, government, and industry sectors for liberal arts students.
• Serve as sole liaison for nonprofit, government, and non-STEM employers.
• Plan and execute on-campus events, off-site employer visits, and networking programs.
• Deliver tailored career and professional development for liberal arts students.
• Secure event sponsorships and cultivate corporate partnerships.
• Engage employers in high-impact programs linking academics to career readiness.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to expand access to career pathways.

Physical Effort : Position is primarily sedentary. Computer and technology usage necessary. On event or fair days mobility [including standing or walking] is needed as well as the ability to lift and / or carry 25 lbs.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Job Classification : Staff.Employment Coordinator

Job Family : Academic & Student Services

Job Sub-Family : Career Services

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : Bachelors Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 1

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. - some evenings and weekends possible

Work Arrangement : Hybrid : Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department

Hiring Range : $25.09 / hourly or $48,926 / annually

Relocation Offered : No

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

Required Documents : Resume

Optional Documents : Cover Letter