Industry Engagement Specialist, Regional - College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies

Industry Engagement Specialist, Regional - College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

About the College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies

At the University of Cincinnati's (UC) College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS), we believe that experiential learning and career education are essential components of higher education. In support of this, we develop and deliver innovative, high-impact courses, programs, and services that foster students' personal and professional development as dynamic, thoughtful, global citizens.

Job Overview

The Industry Engagement Specialist - is responsible for developing and managing strategic industry relationships that support the University of Cincinnati's experiential education mission, including co-op. Focused on the Northeast Ohio corridorstretching from Cleveland to Columbusthis role will proactively engage with employers and key stakeholders to build a strong portfolio of industry partnerships. The ideal candidate will serve as a regional ambassador for the university's co-op and internship programs, oversee partnerships with key organizations including the Cleveland and Columbus Chambers of Commerce, and will play a critical role in expanding UC's presence across the region. This role will be remote to Northeast Ohio, focusing on the Cleveland, OH region. Candidates must have the ability to report to UC's Main Campus, as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

• Identify, connect with, and build strategic partnerships with employers and industry groups in the Cleveland-to-Columbus corridor.
• Identify and develop key organizational partnerships in the region.
• Manage a dynamic portfolio of approximately 100 industry partners.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on UC's co-op and internship programs.
• Use CRM to accurately document all partner activity.
• Represent UC at industry events, on-site meetings, conferences, and regional initiatives.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Required Education

Required Experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include :

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https : / / www.uc.edu / careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here : https : / / www.uscis.gov / i-9-central / form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu .

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