Industry Navigator - BioScience, Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources

Position Summary

Within the Classroom to Career Hub, the Industry Partnerships team is responsible for developing and strengthening the opportunity network for MSU Denver students. Drawing from the CO Talent Pipeline Report, the Industry Navigator will leverage opportunities for MSU Denver students by understanding the unique qualities, traits, and opportunities within a respective industry.

As an Industry Navigator you will serve as a career specialist for BioScience, Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources industries and will be responsible for deep understanding of BioScience, Food, Agriculture Natural Resources industry trends and the ways in which our students can acquire the skills, expertise, and career readiness to transition their student experience into meaningful careers. Additionally, the Industry Navigator works closely with local BioScience, Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources employers, MSU Denver faculty, staff, and students to ensure all are prepared for mutually beneficial and impactful experiential learning opportunities. This position develops relationships surrounding internship and career development opportunities for students, develops programming to assist them in the process of readiness for these opportunities, supports bridging that gap between student and employer, and collaborates across campus with program and faculty partners.

Additionally, the Industry Navigator is responsible for stewarding and leveraging a portfolio of prospective and current employers within the BioScience, Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources industries serving as the primary liaison. The Industry Navigator also participates in projects related to the promotion and development of the Classroom to Career Hub with a keen focus on post-graduation career outcomes including employment for current students and alumni.

As MSU Denver seeks to be the national leader in educating students for tomorrow's careers, the University-Industry partnerships team is forward-thinking and ensures programs are aligned to Colorado workforce development trends. With an ambitious goal of engaging 100% of students in robust career planning in the next three years, the University is committed to creating services that are scaled, highly evaluated, and focused on the specific needs and interests of MSU Denver students. To that end, successful team members think critically about MSU Denver student demographics and their respective career planning.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer.

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Duties/Responsibilities

50% - University-Industry Partnerships

• Collaborate with current and prospective employers to understand their unique opportunities to engage with MSU Denver.
• Work with respective faculty members to connect and foster relationships with industry partners in benefit of students.
• Engage employers in developing a talent recruitment strategy that includes diversity, equity, and inclusion, position management, recruiting programs and events.
• Work closely with employers to build and strengthen internship programs.
• Partner with industry to develop student career readiness activities including classroom visits, mentoring, and panel discussions.
• Identify areas of engagement related to upskilling industry professionals.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of industry areas within Colorado and according to CO talent pipeline needs.
• Manage a portfolio of high-profile employers aligned to MSU Denver's employer engagement strategy. Develop and manage programs aligned to shared student development and recruitment outcomes.

30% - Student Career Readiness

• Support career readiness programs for students by bringing industry context to career planning.
• Provide industry-specific knowledge and strengthen opportunity network within respective workforce sectors.
• Develop key partnerships with faculty to bolster skills learned in the classroom and connect to applied learning within industry opportunities.
• Partner with academic departments and faculty to promote and encourage student participation in experiential learning opportunities.

20% - Assessment and Reporting

• Develop and track success measures regarding student participation and industry partner engagement.
• Ensure reporting data in Career Link is accurate and comprehensive including contact notes for students and employers.
• Develop and maintain depth of understanding of respective industry trends.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous professional experience working within BioScience, Food, Agriculture and/or Natural Resources industry(ies).
• Client or Employer relations experience.

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing complex or concurrent projects or tasks while adapting to changing priorities.
• Experience with college recruiting, building campus relationships or related university experience.
• Familiarity with Customer Relationship Management platforms such as Salesforce, Handshake, or Symplicity.
• Experience working with diverse, urban and non-traditional teams, customers, or clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to understanding equity, inclusion, and diversity relating to recruitment.

Work Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Exempt
• 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• Evening/Weekend Work: As Needed
• Hybrid schedule (on-campus and remote) available for this position.
• Travel: Rarely

Salary for Announcement

We anticipate the qualified candidate to be placed between $49,900 - $62,400. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Instructions to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3 professional references will be required of the finalist. One reference must be a prior supervisor.

This position will remain open until filled. Please apply byAugust 15, 2025for full consideration.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

If you are an Internal applicant, please apply via the Career tab within the WorkDay Menu

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.