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Title
Text copied to clipboard!University Relations Specialist
Description
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We are looking for a dynamic and experienced University Relations Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with universities, colleges, and other educational institutions. This role involves coordinating and executing various programs and initiatives aimed at attracting top talent from academic institutions. The University Relations Specialist will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their hiring needs and align university engagement strategies accordingly. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, a deep understanding of the academic landscape, and a passion for fostering educational partnerships. Key responsibilities include planning and attending career fairs, organizing on-campus recruitment events, and building long-term relationships with university faculty and career services. The role also involves tracking and analyzing the effectiveness of university relations programs and making data-driven recommendations for improvement. This is a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce by connecting talented students with exciting career opportunities.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and other educational institutions.
- Coordinate and execute on-campus recruitment events and career fairs.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand hiring needs and align university engagement strategies.
- Organize and participate in university presentations, workshops, and networking events.
- Build long-term relationships with university faculty, career services, and student organizations.
- Track and analyze the effectiveness of university relations programs.
- Make data-driven recommendations for program improvements.
- Manage internship and co-op programs, including recruitment, onboarding, and evaluation.
- Develop marketing materials and communication strategies to attract top talent.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in university relations.
- Coordinate campus ambassador programs and other student engagement initiatives.
- Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on university relations activities.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
- Assist in the development of diversity and inclusion initiatives related to university recruitment.
- Manage budgets and resources allocated for university relations activities.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in university relations, recruitment, or a similar role.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruitment platforms.
- Knowledge of the academic landscape and university recruitment processes.
- Ability to travel frequently for on-campus events and meetings.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Passion for fostering educational partnerships and developing talent.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in developing and executing marketing and communication strategies.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in university relations or a similar role?
- How do you build and maintain relationships with university stakeholders?
- What strategies have you used to attract top talent from academic institutions?
- Can you provide an example of a successful on-campus recruitment event you organized?
- How do you track and measure the effectiveness of university relations programs?
- What steps do you take to ensure diversity and inclusion in your recruitment practices?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and best practices in university relations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple projects simultaneously?
- How do you handle challenges or conflicts that arise during university engagement activities?
- What experience do you have with applicant tracking systems and recruitment platforms?
