Employer Relations & Quantum Education Program Manager

Employer Relations & Quantum Education Program ManagerRequisition Number: 58353Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: University StaffSchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 19-Aug-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS) at CU Boulder is hiring for an Employer Relations & Quantum Education Program Manager to join the Engineering Career Services team! This position will report to the CEAS Senior Director of Student Professional Development and will build educational and workforce development opportunities and engage regional and national partners (including employers, national laboratories, higher education institutions, and related collaborators) in engineering and applied sciences industries.This position has responsibility for coordinating with CEAS and campus partners (faculty, staff, departments, campus support units) to grow professional opportunities (ex: internship, full-time jobs), while measuring key performance metrics for effectiveness. This position will gauge feedback from employer partners and identify ways to enhance student competitiveness for professional opportunities. To achieve these goals, this position will co-manage the activities of the Engineering Employer Relations & Events Specialist.In partnership with the CUBit Quantum Initiative (CU Boulder's interdisciplinary quantum hub focused on quantum information science, laboratory partnerships, and industry/workforce engagement) and other campus partners, the Program Manager will also have a lead focus on quantum education and workforce development. This position will lead co-curricular programming and student and faculty support with the goal of increasing professional experiences in the quantum industry.The Program Manager will be an active member of the Engineering Career Services team, who works to support the CEAS ProReady initiative, a career and professional development initiative in CEAS. This is a new position in CEAS, which will require candidates to possess excellent critical thinking, project management, partner engagement, and creative thinking skills. The Program Manager will work closely with CU collaborators (including CEAS, CUBit Quantum Initiative, Industry & Foundation Relations, Research & Innovation Office, CU Career Services) and external partners (including employer partners and state/regional workforce ecosystems) to work towards their goals.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreFounded in 1893, the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado Boulder is the second largest of seven schools and colleges at one of the nation's top public research institutions. As Colorado's flagship university, CU Boulder has selective admissions standards and a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs. Our mission is to generate new knowledge in engineering and related fields, and to equip students from diverse backgrounds to become leaders and citizens responsible for the betterment of individuals and society.What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeEmployer Relations - Engineering Career Services:- Lead the strategic employer relations operation for Engineering Career Services to connect employer partners, students, and CEAS partners with the goal of increasing student participation in internships, full-time hiring opportunities, and employer partnerships.- Coordinate and support employer relations, including CEAS academic departments, CEAS student support units, and other CU academic units.- Partner with CU Career Services on employer relations, career fairs, and Handshake utilization. Serve as the direct CEAS liaison to CU Career Services on employer relations matters, and actively contribute to CU employer relations network meetings.- Communicate employer relations policies and practices, in alignment with CU Career Services, the National Association of College and Employers (NACE), etc. to ensure fair and equitable recruiting processes for employers and students.- Use Handshake and other appropriate tracking systems for employer interactions.Quantum - Student and Industry Engagement:- Coordinate opportunities for students to learn about the quantum industry, which may include industry speakers, company and lab tours, and connections with industry partners, local labs, and other Colorado-based higher education institutions and partners.- Manage opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to engage in quantum professional experiences, which may include internships/fellowships, capstone experiences, leadership opportunities, and opportunities for part- and full-time employment.- Provide advising and workshops for students to apply for these professional opportunities, which may include relevant CU student societies/organizations and scholar group engagement.Quantum - Faculty and Staff Engagement:- Support and advise CU faculty to broker appropriate connections with quantum industry partners around education and workforce development initiatives.- Serve as a resource for faculty/staff to provide opportunities for students with whom they work with, which may include CUBit, Quantum Scholars, Quantum Forge, Quantum Research Exchange (QRX), Department of Physics, and CEAS.Management, Supervision, & Campus Engagement:- Provide co-supervision for the Engineering Employer Relations & Events Specialist and student workers.- Align employer relations work with ProReady key performance indicators and CEAS strategic goals. Track employer relations metrics in partnership with the Senior Director, CEAS Director of Analytics, CU Career Services, Department of Physics, and other key partners.- Seek employer feedback and data collection for continuous improvement and CEAS accreditation purposes.- Partner with campus collaborators to implement and promote career & internship fairs in quantum and related engineering and applied sciences industries.- Serve as a liaison with related CU partners and initiatives in engineering, applied science, and quantum workforce development, which may include CU Industry & Foundation Relations and the Research & Innovation Office (RIO).- Participate in state or regional quantum workforce events and opportunities, as assigned.Other Duties:- Participate in CEAS, CUbit Quantum Initiative, Department of Physics, College of Arts & Sciences, Engineering Career Services, and related events and programming.- Be an active contributor to the Engineering Career Services team, including staff and supervision meetings.- Given the evolving nature of this position, assume responsibility of tasks assigned by the Senior Director of Student Professional Development.- Stay apprised and current on relevant University and State of Colorado policies and procedures.- Participate in professional development activities and serve on unit, college or campus committees as applicable.What You Should KnowThis position is eligible for a hybrid work modality consistent with the College of Engineering and applied Science policy .What We Can OfferThe starting salary for this position is $68,100 - $76,616. Relocation assistance is available within CEAS guidelines.BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe excited. Be collaborative. Be Boulder.What We Require- Bachelors degree in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), education, business, marketing, communications, or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.- 3 years professional experience, which may include STEM, business, staffing/recruiting, university career services, advancement, non-profit, or other related industry experience.What You Will Need- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide effective service to students, faculty, staff, and industry partners. Effectively present information verbally or in writing, for individuals and small or large groups.- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.- Strong organizational, project, and time management skills.- Ability and experience working in a highly collaborative environment.- Ability to prioritize and plan to meet deadlines, shift priorities and multi-task on various projects, and accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks and projects.- Proficiency with technology and utilization and understanding of data to perform work tasks.- Experience engaging with a wide range of internal and external partners.- Possess awareness of multicultural issues and principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism; serve and engage others in a diverse, multicultural environment.Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:- A current resume.- A cover letter that briefly describes how your background and experience align with this position.You may be asked for references at a later time.Please apply by August 19, 2024 for consideration.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (http://jobs.colorado.edu/) .In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Employer-Relations-Quantum-Education-Program-Manager/58353 (https://apptrkr.com/5493864)Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-8c9d7253714a8d48836734724b4b9f23The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.