What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Engineering/Career Services and Employer Relations position at University of Rhode Island?
Position Information
Posting Number SF02169 Job Title Coordinator, Engineering/Career Services and Employer Relations Position Number 108050 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 11 Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent
Department Information
Department Dean Engineering Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 31, 2026. Applications received after July 31, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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This position is in-person with an annually approved college-wide remote work agreement.
Position Summary
As a member of the Engineering Student Success Center (ESSC) team, provide career advising and professional development programming to engineering students. Work with College faculty and campus offices to support student career development and employment outcomes. Support employer engagement activities and serve as a point of contact for employers, alumni, and industry partners seeking to engage with the College. Participate in College and University events related to prospective and current students.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Duties And Responsibilities
Career advising
Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Required
Preferred Qualifications
EEO Statement
URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.
Environmental Conditions
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 07/01/2026 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request by the search committee.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16797
Posting Number SF02169 Job Title Coordinator, Engineering/Career Services and Employer Relations Position Number 108050 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 11 Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent
Department Information
Department Dean Engineering Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 31, 2026. Applications received after July 31, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
This position is in-person with an annually approved college-wide remote work agreement.
Position Summary
As a member of the Engineering Student Success Center (ESSC) team, provide career advising and professional development programming to engineering students. Work with College faculty and campus offices to support student career development and employment outcomes. Support employer engagement activities and serve as a point of contact for employers, alumni, and industry partners seeking to engage with the College. Participate in College and University events related to prospective and current students.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Duties And Responsibilities
Career advising
- Provide group and individual career advising to undergraduate engineering students.
- Support students in career exploration, internship and job search strategies, and professional development planning.
- Develop and maintain scalable career readiness resources and programming to support engineering students.
- Teach a career preparation course for engineering students (ITR 300).
- Work collaboratively as a member of the Engineering Student Success Center (ESSC) team, including coordination with the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Affairs, the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and other team members to support student success initiatives.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with academic departments to support awareness of discipline-specific career pathways and opportunities.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote career services, internships, and employer engagement opportunities.
- Coordinate with campus offices supporting career development and experiential learning.
- Participate in College and University events supporting prospective and current students, including admission events, orientation, student fair, and commencement activities.
- Serve as a point of contact for employers, alumni, and industry partners interested in engaging with the College of Engineering.
- Support employer engagement activities in collaboration with university career services, including career fairs, recruitment events, and information sessions.
- Organize networking events, employer panels, and other employer-facing programming for the college.
- Facilitate connections between employers/industry partners and student organizations, faculty, and academic programs as appropriate.
- Engage alumni as mentors, speakers, and recruitment partners to support student career outcomes.
- Collect, maintain, and analyze data related to student career outcomes and employer engagement activities.
- Prepare reports and summaries to support College and University reporting needs.
- Track student participation in career programming and employer engagement activities.
- Represent the College on committees and working groups as assigned.
- Participate in College and University initiatives related to student success and career development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in career services, student advising, recruiting, employer relations, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience working with undergraduate and/or graduate student populations.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate programs and events.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, or related field.
- Experience working with STEM or engineering students.
- Experience engaging employers, alumni, or industry partners in a higher education or recruiting context.
- Experience teaching, training, or facilitating workshops or presentations.
- Familiarity with career services platforms and student success systems.
EEO Statement
URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.
Environmental Conditions
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 07/01/2026 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request by the search committee.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16797
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000