Virginia Tech’s Department of Computer Science (CS) seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Strategic Relationships Manager to lead CS|Source and other departmental initiatives involving industry and corporate relationships.
CS|Source is the CS Department’s tech-talent hub, which provides a pathway for enriching, reciprocal relationships and engagement opportunities between the department’s students, faculty, and researchers and its industry partners.
Reporting to the Director of Administrative Operations for CS and in coordination with the Associate Director of Business Development for the College of Engineering (COE), this position develops an annual work plan in consultation with CS and the COE and is evaluated using the success metrics articulated within that plan.
In collaboration with the CS External Engagement Team (Events/Marketing Specialist, Alumni Relations Manager, Communications Manager, and Special Projects Manager), the COE Advancement Team, and VT LINK/Center for Advancing Partnerships, this position is responsible for promoting, growing, and maintaining industry relationships; developing and implementing compelling engagement opportunities and benefits among internal and external constituencies; ensuring the proper stewardship of industry investments and contributions; and aligning all CS|Source activities and resources with CS and COE strategic priorities.
This highly visible position requires significant communication and customer service skills, as well as a proactive approach to engaging external and internal constituencies (i.e., faculty, staff, students, and administrators across the department, college, and university; alumni; donors; corporate/industry professionals; vendors; community members; etc.). The Strategic Relationships Manager organizes and implements the CS|Source Career Fairs each semester in Blacksburg and at the VT campus in the National Capital Region.
The ideal candidate is exceptionally professional, well-organized and detail oriented and will work well independently as well as in a collaborative, team environment.
Required Qualifications
— Bachelor’s degree in business (administration, management, etc.), public relations, communications, or related field.
— Experience working in an advancement, donor relations, membership, fundraising, and/or stewardship role.
— Clear and professional written and oral communication skills.
— Demonstrated accountability for work accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail.
— Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other applications within the Microsoft 365 suite.
— Demonstrated strength in process improvement and problem-solving.
— Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a range of constituents.
— Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
— Master’s degree in business (administration, management, etc.), public relations, communications, or related field.
— Experience in planning and implementing successful development strategies and/or annual campaign operations.
— Experience using member management software.
— Experience in a higher education, military, or non-profit environment.
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$60,000-$75,000
Review Date
06/20/2023
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Joe Morgan at jmorgan99@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Advertised: June 7, 2023
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