Employer Relations Consultant

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Job Summary

Under general direction, within Saint Louis University’s Career Services, this role provides employer outreach management of existing and new employers; coordinates events for specialized student populations or industries; manages new employers with database orientation and recruitment practices at the University; and compiles recruitment statistical reports.

Job Duties

• Manages relationships with existing employers to increase their recruitment at the University

• Approves all job postings and new employers in job search database

• Researches markets for additional employer recruitment

• Coordinates events for specialized populations or industries

• Compile recruitment statistical reports

• Researches recruitment trends and best practices for employer relations.

• Supports all employer relations initiatives including the coordination an marketing of on-campus recruiting activities

• Provides presentations to employers, student groups and classes on University information and career development issues

• Potentially teach one-credit career courses

• Provides outreach to faculty, staff, and employers to inform of career trends, relevant career and job search information; markets services to all stakeholders.

• Participates in University and division-wide events; attends employer meetings.

• Monitors activity; runs reports and statistics on job search database.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of employer recruitment practices

• Knowledge of human resources practices

• Knowledge of student development theory and career development

• Knowledge of marketing and advertising programs

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Experience working with CRM Databases

• Interpersonal/human relations skills

• Counseling/organizational skills

• Consultation skills

• Needs analysis skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking

• Ability to develop and give presentations

• Ability to plan, organize, and execute events

• Ability to relate effectively to students

• Ability to learn new computer systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred; supplemented with two (2) years of related work experience.

In-Person/Remote Work Schedule Expectations:

This position will require the individual to work in the office, with the potential to work a hybrid schedule, up to one day per week remote, upon completion of six (6) months of on-site training and familiarization with department work and operations in compliance with the requirements of the SLU Remote Staff Flexible Work Policy. 

Office Location: Griesedieck Hall

Full-Time Benefits:

SLU offers full-time employees tuition remission benefits for themselves and their dependents! 

Saint Louis University offers an excellent benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose. Employees enjoy generous health, dental, and vision coverage options, and a retirement plan with a match. SLU is also deeply committed to work-life balance, offering generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness resources, all within a values-driven, Jesuit environment that prioritizes care for the whole person.

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.