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Director, ECS Employer Relations

University of Texas at Dallas

$85,000 DOQ

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work

United States, Texas, Richardson

Dec 09, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06770P
Position Title	Director, ECS Employer Relations
Functional Title
Department	Engineering & Computer Science
Salary Range	$85,000 DOQ
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	12/09/2025
Posting Close Date	12/15/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	02/02/2026
Job Summary	Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Corporate Relations, the Director connects with employers daily to recruit and vet companies that provide ECS students excellent work-based experiences ( WBE), manages all intern and career expositions, and works with the corporate relations team to create and implement an engagement portfolio of major corporate partners. The director assumes responsibility for employer relations, recruiting, all corporate aspects related to employment events and programs, and assists the Assistant Dean of Corporate Relations in the compilation of statistical information for employer recruitment activities.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.
Preferred Education and Experience	Master's degree in human resources or related field and 5-7 years of relevant corporate work experience within a university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent event planning, marketing, public relations, and database management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal relations skills. Experience managing direct reports.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	In collaboration with the Jonsson School External Relations team, manages a 20 "Top Company" list by reaching out to the company's HR departments and proactively soliciting internship and full-time positions, and hosting their visibility events. Collaborate with the Director of the ECS Professional Success Center. Represent the Jonsson School Career Services office in meetings across campus for event planning, marketing (including social media), and campus or community outreach (University Career Center and other offices). Manages activities related to communication and processing of recruiting information from employers. Cultivates and maintains relationships with employers to locate and develop a variety of applied work experiences with a focus on off-campus internship and full-time opportunities. Engages in one-on-one contact with employers through personal visits, telephone, direct mail, and electronic communications. Serves as the main contact and concierge for employer requests related to posting WBE positions. Provides timely and effective responses to employer inquiries regarding recruitment and employment brand building. Coordinates all Jonsson School Internship and Career Fairs, and Networking Receptions and assists with marketing and promotion of all employer events. Manages calendars, events, job postings and assessments such as Microsoft Office, Astra, EMS, Handshake and Qualtrics. Regularly conducts follow-up with employers about the status of their recruitment efforts (number of internship and full-time positions offered and accepted, success stories, etc.). Maintains listing of contacts for the Jonsson School Career Services program and the majors through outreach campaigns, including Jonsson School alumni that may become future employers. Set up outreach meetings and sometimes co-lead campus tours for companies to share information about Jonsson School and Career Services programs. Works closely with the ECS Corporate Relations team to align and coordinate corporate engagement with EJS Career services, UTDesign (undergraduate) project sponsorship, research (graduate) project sponsorship, and community engagement. Assists the Jonsson School team with other events and outreach programs. Attends networking functions as appropriate to develop employer contacts while effectively promoting UT Dallas students and facilitates engagement for employers with student organizations. Develop and implement a comprehensive employer relations strategy aimed at providing internship opportunities for all interested ECS students, including measurable tracking methods to assess success. Supervise staff and student workers responsible for: Tracking student employment data (job postings, internships, and full-time conversions). Creating marketing materials for events. Coordinating event logistics and planning. Represent the school at professional conferences (e.g., NSBE, Tech) to recruit new employer partners. Expand and strengthen company partnerships through targeted outreach and engagement initiatives. Design and launch new employer engagement events to increase visibility and student interaction. Increase outreach to technology companies in the DFW area to broaden internship and job opportunities. Prioritize engagement with underserved majors such as Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Host additional company visits and campus tours to showcase programs and facilities.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions	Set up for events and a transport company provided exhibits for career fairs (typically weighing et up for events and transport company provided exhibits for career fairs (typically around 30 pounds). Tours (walking), career fairs (setting up, tearing down, walking), meetings and planning sessions (sitting).
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Additional Information	Remote Notice: After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options - approved by department All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.