Partnership and Leadership Development Strategist

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering seeks a professional to spearhead the advocate, external or partnership network sponsorship program and work closely with campus partners to establish a successful undergraduate student leadership development program. This position requires interpersonal ability, initiative, strategic thinking, diligence, and willingness to serve as an advocate on behalf of engineering students across the university. Responsibilities will emphasize networking and partnering, utilizing relationship management tools, maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of applicable best practices, and building programs to help students in the college acquire industry-relevant skills.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Represent the college as the liaison to K-State partners engaging in corporate and industry connections. Develop and maintain relationships internal to K-State as well as within industries to increase and expand on and off-campus partnerships in alignment with K-State Next-Gen Strategic Goals.
• Manage programmatic activities involving external partners, including information sessions and tabling, workshops, and off-campus facility visits. Assess and evaluate the effectiveness of programming activities and participation. Engage students in upcoming activities to increase visibility of external partners.
• Establish and cultivate long-term partnerships with advocates wanting to develop and recruit K-State engineering graduates.
• Establish relationships with college and university stakeholders to appropriately involve them in activities and strategies, and develop avenues to enhance collaborations.
• Develop and execute a student leadership experience for engineering undergraduates, and be a champion of the program and its opportunities.
• Maintain external partner and student participation records to identify trends and opportunities.
• Serve as a member of the college's corporate partnership team (which includes representation from engineering research and graduate programs; academic and administrative affairs; dean's office; and engineering communication and marketing).
• Contribute to the goals of the University Engineering Initiative Act by tracking data and trends of internships and opportunities as it relates to engineering students.

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is committed to driving innovation through quality education in academic and applied learning experiences to prepare the next generation of technological leaders. As a premier institution, our mission is to educate and empower our students to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

This position is on-site.

Remote work is granted at the discretion of the direct supervisor. Additional details about potential hybrid work in this role can be discussed during interviews.

An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review. Review K-State's remote work policy details for more information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience
• Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Experience in higher education, corporate engagement, career development, marketing and communications, or talent acquisition
• Experience working independently, and ability to use sound judgement and discretion when making decisions
• Ability to think entrepreneurially and strategically regarding the identification and qualification of new potential companies/organizations to partner with the university
• Ability to work responsibly within a set budget
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook, databases
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences

Please submit the following documents:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• List of three professional references and their contact information

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by Feb. 1, 2025.

$55,000-$65,000