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The Department of Construction Management is accepting applicants for a full time Industry Partnership & Career Education Coordinator. This position supports industry engagement, career education, and placement operations within the Department of Construction Management. The role focuses on coordinating industry partnerships including communications, delivering career readiness programming, and managing operational systems that support student placement and engagement.
The Department of Construction Management is one of the largest construction management programs in the country with approximately 800 undergraduate students, 20 graduate students, 20 faculty, and 7 professional staff. The undergraduate program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. Academic advising, internship and career placement support are provided by professional staff. The Department engages in teaching, scholarly, and outreach activities to promote the development of knowledge and skills related to construction management. The Department’s facilities include over 36,000 square feet in dedicated labs (physical testing and computer), classrooms, and offices to support its research, teaching, and service mission. Applicants are encouraged to visit the department website at https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/cm.
Fort Collins residents enjoy an excellent school system, expansive parks, natural areas, and trail systems. More information about Fort Collins and CSU can be obtained at http://www.visitftcollins.com and http://visit.colostate.edu.
Salary Range:
Salary Range: $65,000 - 75,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Full Consideration Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026 11:59 pm (MT).
Essential Duties:
Industry Services (40%):
- Advisory Board Coordination & Industry Partnerships: Coordinate operations of the Professional Advisory Development Board (PADB), including its Executive Council, committees, membership, and meeting support. Maintain and expand an industry engagement database with full contact information.
- Event Coordination & Student–Industry Engagement: Plan and execute department networking events and engagement opportunities involving industry members. Facilitate student, faculty, and staff participation in department programs, events, and academic and community outreach/service activities involving industry members.
Student Services (40%):
- Career Education & Student Development: Provide career coaching in resume writing, interviewing, and job search strategies. Deliver workshops and career readiness programming. Serve as a resource for students on employability skills.
- Placement Office Operations: Manage the CMJobs recruiting platform and coordinate on-campus recruiting. Support career fairs and recruiting initiatives. Support internship placement processes. Coordinate and attend internship jobsite visits. Assist with placement tracking and administrative processes. Work with the appropriate business officer for budget tracking of the Placement Office. Supervise Placement Office student employees.
Communications & Marketing (15%):
- In collaboration with college communications teams, develop and distribute communications, including newsletters, event announcements, industry partner-facing materials, social media, and industry partner feature articles, and oversee PADB and relevant Placement Office website updates and public-facing materials.
- Track and communicate impact of industry partnerships.
Service (5%):
Serve on Department, College, University, and External committees.
Supervision:
- Position will not supervise any FT Admin Pro or Faculty positions.
- Position will supervise student hourly employees (average of .5 FTE).
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).
- In-state travel required for internship site visits and industry engagement.
- Occasional in and out-of-state travel for industry engagement.
- Occasional evening/weekend work for events and career fairs.
- Valid US driver’s license with access to reliable transportation for in-state travel.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Communications, Higher Education, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in construction management, career services, employer relations, event coordination, or workforce development.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and work in a team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction management or workforce development.
- Demonstrated experience cultivating strategic partnerships with a wide variety of constituents.
- Experience working in higher education or with college students.
- Experience with employer engagement or advisory boards.
- Experience with marketing, communications, or social media strategy.
- Experience planning and delivering events, workshops, or student programming.
- Experience supporting career readiness (resume, interview, job search).
- Experience managing systems such as job boards or databases.
Application Instructions:
Applicants can reach out to Anna Fontana at Anna.Fontana@colostate.edu with questions regarding the position and application assistance.
Complete applications must include:
- Cover letter addressing required job qualifications and preferred job qualifications
- Resume
The job posting is open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Position Summary:
The Department of Construction Management is accepting applicants for a full time Industry Partnership & Career Education Coordinator. This position supports industry engagement, career education, and placement operations within the Department of Construction Management. The role focuses on coordinating industry partnerships including communications, delivering career readiness programming, and managing operational systems that support student placement and engagement.
The Department of Construction Management is one of the largest construction management programs in the country with approximately 800 undergraduate students, 20 graduate students, 20 faculty, and 7 professional staff. The undergraduate program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. Academic advising, internship and career placement support are provided by professional staff. The Department engages in teaching, scholarly, and outreach activities to promote the development of knowledge and skills related to construction management. The Department’s facilities include over 36,000 square feet in dedicated labs (physical testing and computer), classrooms, and offices to support its research, teaching, and service mission. Applicants are encouraged to visit the department website at https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/cm.
Fort Collins residents enjoy an excellent school system, expansive parks, natural areas, and trail systems. More information about Fort Collins and CSU can be obtained at http://www.visitftcollins.com and http://visit.colostate.edu.
Salary Range:
Salary Range: $65,000 - 75,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Full Consideration Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026 11:59 pm (MT).
Essential Duties:
Industry Services (40%):
- Advisory Board Coordination & Industry Partnerships: Coordinate operations of the Professional Advisory Development Board (PADB), including its Executive Council, committees, membership, and meeting support. Maintain and expand an industry engagement database with full contact information.
- Event Coordination & Student–Industry Engagement: Plan and execute department networking events and engagement opportunities involving industry members. Facilitate student, faculty, and staff participation in department programs, events, and academic and community outreach/service activities involving industry members.
Student Services (40%):
- Career Education & Student Development: Provide career coaching in resume writing, interviewing, and job search strategies. Deliver workshops and career readiness programming. Serve as a resource for students on employability skills.
- Placement Office Operations: Manage the CMJobs recruiting platform and coordinate on-campus recruiting. Support career fairs and recruiting initiatives. Support internship placement processes. Coordinate and attend internship jobsite visits. Assist with placement tracking and administrative processes. Work with the appropriate business officer for budget tracking of the Placement Office. Supervise Placement Office student employees.
Communications & Marketing (15%):
- In collaboration with college communications teams, develop and distribute communications, including newsletters, event announcements, industry partner-facing materials, social media, and industry partner feature articles, and oversee PADB and relevant Placement Office website updates and public-facing materials.
- Track and communicate impact of industry partnerships.
Service (5%):
Serve on Department, College, University, and External committees.
Supervision:
- Position will not supervise any FT Admin Pro or Faculty positions.
- Position will supervise student hourly employees (average of .5 FTE).
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).
- In-state travel required for internship site visits and industry engagement.
- Occasional in and out-of-state travel for industry engagement.
- Occasional evening/weekend work for events and career fairs.
- Valid US driver’s license with access to reliable transportation for in-state travel.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Communications, Higher Education, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in construction management, career services, employer relations, event coordination, or workforce development.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and work in a team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction management or workforce development.
- Demonstrated experience cultivating strategic partnerships with a wide variety of constituents.
- Experience working in higher education or with college students.
- Experience with employer engagement or advisory boards.
- Experience with marketing, communications, or social media strategy.
- Experience planning and delivering events, workshops, or student programming.
- Experience supporting career readiness (resume, interview, job search).
- Experience managing systems such as job boards or databases.
Application Instructions:
Applicants can reach out to Anna Fontana at Anna.Fontana@colostate.edu with questions regarding the position and application assistance.
Complete applications must include:
- Cover letter addressing required job qualifications and preferred job qualifications
- Resume
The job posting is open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Partnership Development Manager
Translate your credentials into PERM language
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications exactly. Document your degree field, any specialized coursework in business development or strategic partnerships, and years of progressively responsible experience in a format that maps to DOL's minimum requirements for the role.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Companies that have filed PERM applications for business development or partnership roles before already have internal processes for sponsoring foreign professionals. Search the OFLC Foreign Labor Certification Data Center disclosure files to identify employers who have sponsored comparable positions.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you filter Partnership Development Manager jobs by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies that have never navigated the PERM process for this type of role.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
If your offer requires only a bachelor's degree, the role likely files under EB-3. If it requires a master's or equivalent advanced credential, EB-2 may apply. Confirm the intended classification with your employer's immigration counsel before PERM is filed, since reclassifying later restarts the process.
Ask about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If a visa number is immediately available for your country of birth, concurrent filing of the I-140 immigrant petition and I-485 adjustment of status lets you pursue permanent residency while staying employed. Check USCIS Visa Bulletin priority dates before your offer stage to understand whether concurrent filing applies.
Prepare for the prevailing wage audit step
Before PERM is filed, DOL requires the employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination for your specific job duties and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the wage level your role would likely receive, since a Level I determination can signal insufficient specialization and invite PERM scrutiny.
Green Card Partnership Development Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Partnership Development Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Partnership Development Manager positions qualify under EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree and several years of relevant experience. EB-2 applies if the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or the equivalent. The PERM application locks in the stated minimum requirements, so the classification depends on how the employer defines the position, not just your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and annual cap exposure, while PERM-based green card sponsorship permanently transfers residence rights. There is no annual numerical cap affecting most EB-3 professional filings the same way the H-1B cap does, and the employer is committing to a permanent position rather than a temporary one. The PERM process is longer upfront but leads to lawful permanent residency.
How long does the PERM and green card process typically take for a Partnership Development Manager?
DOL PERM processing currently runs several months to over a year depending on audit activity. After PERM certification, I-140 approval at USCIS adds additional months. If a visa number is immediately available for your country, I-485 adjustment of status follows. For applicants born in countries without significant backlogs, total timelines from PERM filing to green card approval can range from roughly two to four years under standard processing.
What makes a Partnership Development Manager role harder to sponsor under PERM?
PERM requires the employer to prove no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied during a mandatory recruitment period. Partnership roles attract a wide applicant pool, which means the employer's legal team must carefully document each rejection with specific, job-related reasons. If the stated minimum requirements are too broad, DOL may audit the application. Narrow, defensible job requirements tied to your actual duties reduce audit risk.
How do I find Partnership Development Manager jobs where employers are open to green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly, so filtering by employers with documented PERM filing history is the practical approach. Migrate Mate lets you search Partnership Development Manager roles by employers who have sponsored green cards for comparable positions, which substantially shortens the time you'd otherwise spend researching each company's immigration track record manually.