Mankato,
Minneapolis,
Winona,
Brooklyn Park,
Minneapolis,
Posted: 23-May-26
Location: Winona,
Categories:
Internal Number: JOB_POSTING-3-16506
Job Description
1. Manage employer registrations and support on-campus career fairs, including but not limited to Inside the Internship, College of Liberal Arts Career & Internship Fair, College of Science & Engineering Career & Internship Fair, and College of Business Career and Internship Fair.
- Work closely with campus departments to meet fair objectives and mission; as well as identify new and existing employers
- Incorporate a strong employer recognition component for each event that rewards and promotes sustained participation in events
- Represent Career Services professionally when communicating with employers, speakers, consultants and student participants; nurture relationships to ensure repeat business
- Perform functions including database management and financial reporting.
- Determine eligibility of employers and WSU students requesting participation through interpretation of registration criteria and department policies; make exceptions as deemed appropriate
- Process employer registrations and disperse funds to appropriate cost centers; manage database including mailings and updates to the database; oversee the process for support materials, entrance badges, confirming registration, sending invoices, tracking and managing registration fees.
2. Direct employer inquiries and approve job/internship postings from on and off campus employers.
- Respond to and direct employer inquires (via email/phone/in-person) regarding career fairs, job postings, and other employer engagement opportunities
- Examine and approve employment/internship opportunities suitable for students, graduates, and alumni of Winona State University
- Oversee the posting of on-campus Student Help, Work study, and Graduate Assistantships into Handshake
- Verify all data prior to posting to ensure accuracy, meeting recruiting deadlines
- Direct employers to space rental options with the Student Union and college connections
- Other duties as assigned
3. Oversight and maintenance of online recruiting system, Handshake.
- Serve as the primary contact for troubleshooting access issues and communicating electronically regarding effective use of the system via regular updates, new features, and updating profiles.
- Manage database, authorizing appropriate sign-on and access rights, password updates, etc. for all users including staff, employers, current students and alumni
- Update database with current list choices/labels and customize fields/module visibility
- Update employer and student/alumni records, maintaining confidentiality of information
- Create queries and generate reports on usage weekly, monthly, and annually
- Monitor, resolve, and troubleshoot Handshake functional issues; research, recommend and communicate solutions with vendor; serve as primary contact with vendor
- Serve as the 'Help Desk' for questions related to Handshake
- Author internal and external procedures, terms and conditions of usage to comply with FERPA and Minnesota Data Privacy Act, and processes in support of Handshake operations related to employer postings and student/alumni user program operations
- Other duties as assigned
4. Office Manager
- Manage and oversee the day-to-day Career Services front office operations. Create an environment that is professional, helpful and friendly giving clientele assistance and leaving them with a positive impression of their visit/contact.
- Develop administrative and programmatic procedures to expedite workflow.
- Assist the Department in creating awareness of Career Services operations and objectives; possess an overall knowledge of other departments and resources on campus.
- Manage daily administrative operations, using innovative thinking to resolve problems; make exceptions as deemed appropriate, taking into consideration all potential ramifications of the decision
- Track expenditures for office supplies, printing, books, subscriptions, memberships, copying charges and postage to ensure remaining within budget
- Handle all departmental purchasing.
- Process departmental purchases through Workday and Marketplace.
- May be asked to participate on committees or task forces
- Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by Director
- Monitor compliance with university policies, procedures, regulations and appropriate laws. Stay abreast of WSU business office practices to be sure Career Services is compliant with procedures and that the most current forms are being used
5. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
Salary Range: $20.76-$27.53/hour; commensurate with qualifications and experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Math - Sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide when working with budgets.
- Typing Keyboarding(40WPM) - Sufficient to draft correspondence for the Director and department.
- Data Entry Performance - Sufficient to enter information into Handshake and other databases utilized.
- English (Speaking, Writing and Reading) - sufficient to communicate with students and customers of departments served via email and in person
- Word Processing - sufficient to draft correspondence
- Spreadsheets - sufficient to enter budget information and student information into databases and manipulate the data in functions such as Sort & Filter, SUM, AVERAGE and COUNT.
- Bookkeeping - sufficient to monitor the department budgets and make recommendations on discrepancies.
- Customer Service Skills - sufficient to serve as a receptionist.
- Lead Work Skills-Sufficient to help organize and coordinate people involved with employee events.
Preferred Qualification
- Ability to manage and organize information, people, and schedules toward achieving goals for program area
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other individuals that contribute to Career Services sponsored events
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment with high work volume
- Logistical and detail oriented
- Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of software programs such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word Excel, Access, Power Point, Publisher, Adobe or other software programs
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Must be resourceful and able to take initiative in a changing workplace environment
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement creative concepts that enhance events
- Understand WSU accounting procedures and skills involving procurement and travel
- Development of administrative and programmatic procedures to effectively manage front office and special events
- Knowledge & experience working with Handshake
- Knowledge & experience generating data reports
Other Requirements
1. The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time
A complete online application will include the following:
- A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
- Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm
Posting Information:
Application Deadline: June 4, 2026
Appointment Date: As Soon As Possible
Primary Location: Winona, MN
Type of Appointment: Temporary (not to exceed 1 year)
Telework (Yes/No) No
About Winona State University
Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU's Rochester campus is located in Minnesota's third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) which can be found at https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/relations.html
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The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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