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Framingham State University was founded in 1839 for a singular purpose - to meet a public need and promote the public good. At our founding as the nation's first public normal school, that need was for comprehensively educated public school teachers who would, in turn, promote an educated citizenry. FSU continues to offer exceptional teacher education programs, and while we are proud of our roots as a teachers' college, we have grown far beyond them. Public need continues to evolve, and FSU right along with it.  Our students and alumni are making waves in the fashion industry, designing nutrition plans for professional athletes, writing for major media and news organizations, working for Fortune 500 companies right here in Framingham, and so much more. FSU is a proudly public and truly transformative institution offering accessible, affordable educational opportunities that integrate an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs in a highly personalized teaching environment. Our programs have expanded, but our purpose and commitment to public education for the public good remain steadfast. 

FSU currently enrolls about 3,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate and professional students, offers 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, and professional fields, and enrolls 48% BIPOC students and 54% first-generation college students in our undergraduate programs. We are deeply committed to inclusive excellence and strive to promote a culture of equity and antiracism. This commitment has earned FSU eight Insight Into Academia Higher Education Excellence and Distinction (HEED) Awards and led to our recognition in the Great Colleges to Work For program. We encourage applications from those who share our commitment to promoting a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community.

FSU is ideally situated between Boston and Worcester on land originally stewarded by the Nipmuc people for thousands of years. FSU and the surrounding area are steeped in history, achievement, and innovation, and provide access to urban hotspots, verdant landscapes, natural and cultural amenities, and diverse communities.

Our founding motto, LIVE TO THE TRUTH, was said at the end of each class by beloved first principal, Cyrus Peirce, who sought to discover and teach "truth in theory and principle...truth in spirit and motive...truth in manner and form...truth intellectual and truth moral." Early leaders found this motto "speaks of sincerity of spirit...of intensity of effort, of resolution to succeed, of joy in achievement." LIVE TO THE TRUTH aptly reflects our past and our pledge for the future as it continues to guide our institution in practice and endeavor. If you share in this quest for truth and a commitment to living it fully, make the next chapter of your career the best chapter at Framingham State University.

Learn more about our career opportunities at www.framingham.edu/careers.

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Framingham State University's Career Development office is entering a new era focused on building a career ecosystem. We are looking for an Assistant Director to join our team who is excited about building employer connections at a geographically unique regional public university. Our new Career Community model and career readiness integration efforts have both faculty and staff eager to bring new employer energy into the workplace and the classroom.

The Assistant Director for Employer Engagement works as a member of the Center for Student Experience and Career Development developing strong relationships and outreach strategies with off-campus and on-campus employers, FSU Alumni and Faculty.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Director for Career Development

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Direct supervision of Student Coordinators of Careers (student staff)

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employer and Alumni Outreach:

• Serve as primary contact for off-campus employers: Develop and maintain productive relationships with local, regional and national employers to increase and expand the number of internship and job opportunities for Framingham State students
• Conduct outreach when necessary with current and prospective employer contacts and alumni to increase engagement with recruiting opportunities and create targeted strategic outreach plans to effectively engage a diverse range of employers across various sectors
• Plan and execute career fairs, networking events, employer panels, and other events to facilitate interactions between students and employers
• Create recruiting policies and best practices for on-campus employers
• Coordinate with the university's career development office to ensure strategic alignment of employer engagement activities and outreach with broader career development initiatives including Internship Experiences and integration with Career Communities
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to employer engagement activities, including feedback, metrics, and outcomes
• Use data-driven insights to assess the effectiveness of strategies, identify areas for improvement, and optimize future initiatives
• Work with employer partners and professional associations to develop knowledge of local, regional and national career trends
• Develop and implement innovative employer engagement strategies aligned with organizational objectives, and identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration
• Collaborate with Director to ensure employer engagement activities align with university-wide strategic goals

Student Supervision Responsibilities

• Work with the Student Coordinator of Careers and Administrative Assistant that aid in Handshake management job and event approvals and postings and peer career advising
• Hire, train, and manage Employer Engagement Student Coordinators of Careers (SCCs) to deliver peer perspectives and support Handshake initiatives
• Supervise SCCs on ad hoc projects and initiatives that ensure student voice in the office and contribute to wider office goals
• Organize jobs newsletter in collaboration with SCCs Academic Responsibilities:
• Provide classroom presentations, and employer networking opportunities
• Work closely with Academic College Faculty Fellows to understand the curriculum and skills of FSU students, and align employer engagement efforts with the needs of different majors and programs

Event Planning:

• Oversee creation of employer event portfolio each semester
• Collaborate with Career Development staff to ensure student needs are met through diverse events
• Ensure advertising and publication of all career events is successfully executed

General Responsibilities:

• Connect with a variety of students and alumni and potential employers, review resumes and cover letters, and coach students about the career search and interview process
• Responsible for Handshake job platform reporting and marketing
• Implement career-related events including but not limited to Career Fairs, Networking Events, and the Employer Showcase Series
• Assist in the hiring of professional, classified and student employees within the Center for Student Experience and Career Development
• Maintain records in order to constantly evaluate programs and services to provide resource documents and data for year-end reports
• Publicize internship, and job opportunities to students through various channels, such as online job boards, email newsletters, and social media
• Serve on Student Development and University-wide standing committees
• Attend and aid in University functions of general importance to the student body (Orientation, Commencement, Black & Gold Beginnings, Homecoming & Family Weekend, etc.)
• Stay current on trends in higher education and career development through involvement in professional organizations, in-service training, and continued education
• Work some evenings and weekend events, providing general event management support to the Center's events and programs
• Serve as travel staff for student-led off-campus trips
• Contribute efforts to move the Center for Student Experience and Career Development to be anti-racist, including evaluating and updating policies and procedures
• Responsible for reporting to the Equal Opportunity Officer or Title IX Coordinator knowledge or receipt of reports of discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and retaliation from students or other members of the university community
• Designated as a Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act
• Accountable for ensuring that equal opportunity, inclusion, and equity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Majority of work hours take place in an office environment requiring use of computer and telephone.
• Working both indoors and outdoors for certain events and activities, includes standing for periods of time, bending, crouching and any other body movements associated with event support.
• Some evening and weekend hours as events require.
• Some travel with student groups on buses, other provided transportation or own transportation needed.
• Remote work is allowed when not needed for certain events, activities, meetings and low student presence time periods on campus.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• 2-5 years of successful professional level experience in a career services setting 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree, preferably in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Student Personnel or related field, with graduate student experience.
• Preference of cultural competency student development theory and practice knowledge.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Assistant Director for Employer Engagement. The anticipated starting salary is $70,000.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter,
• Resume/CV,
• Equity and Inclusion Statement*
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application).

For best consideration, please submit application materials by priority application date August 31, 2026. The review of applications may continue beyond that date and until the position is filled, at the discretion of the search committee.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.

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