Coordinator - of education and professional studies

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

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." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

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.

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. Within a thriving culture of collaboration, we provide students, employers, and partners with a single point of contact for Cooperative Education (Co-op) and transition-to-career services. Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS) faculty and staff are proud to say that our contributions have earned UC the distinction of being U.S. News and World Report's (2023) #1 public university for Co-ops and Internships.

Job Overview

The Partnership Success Coordinator plays a key role in connecting industry partners with University of Cincinnati student talent. This position works directly with employers and internal teams to ensure that partner talent needs are being effectively met through strategic recruiting activities, job postings, and events. This coordinator will support on-campus recruiting initiatives, monitor application traffic in Handshake, and collaborate with career counselors and relationship managers to ensure employer and student alignment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, driven by completion of tasks, and able to prioritize multiple partner needs in a fast-paced environment.

CCPS is hiring multiple candidates for this role. This role will primarily function from the 1819 Innovation Hub, located at 2900 Reading Road. CCPS participates in the University's alternative work program; this position may be hybrid in accordance with UC policies. Residence must be in the tri-state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

Collaborate with account managers and relationship managers to understand employer hiring needs and develop strategies for connecting them to student talent. Ensure new partners are effectively promoted to students and are receiving the appropriate applicants.

Review employer postings in Handshake to ensure appropriate student application flow and suggest improvements where necessary.

Research relevant student audiences and collaborate with career coaches and CCPS comms team to distribute job opportunities and increase visibility of key partner roles.

Execute all industry-facing events in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Events, including events like on-campus recruiting days, info sessions, and job fairs.

Maintain consistent communication with career counselors to stay informed of student search trends, talent availability, and academic cycles.

Work with industry partners to understand and fulfill their recruiting needs, and coach them on best practices for student engagement.

Serve as a bridge between employers, the Relationship team, and campus stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely updates on all partnership activity.

Assist in the development and implementation of the Partner Engagement Plan.

Educate recruiters and partners on effective strategies for campus engagement, job postings, and student outreach within the UC environment.

Responsible for updating employer records to reflect recruiting and engagement activity.

Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education

Bachelors Degree RequiredRequired Experience

Two (2) years of relevant experience (employer relations, recruiting, event coordination, or higher education preferred).

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complete tasks efficiently.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on professional correspondence.

Experience using job boards and CRM systems (Handshake preferred). Additional Qualifications Considered

Experience supporting employer or student engagement in higher education.

Knowledge of recruiting timelines, internship programs, or industry hiring practices.

Experience in event planning and partner engagement strategies. Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

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

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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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:

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 [email protected].

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