University Relations Manager
University recruitment is a fundamental part of Arrive Logistics' talent acquisition strategy, and we are looking for someone who is excited to take it to the next level! As the University Relations Manager, you will take ownership of Arrive's campus recruitment initiatives. You will design, implement, and execute a year-round game plan to strengthen Arrive’s presence at universities across the country. The successful candidate has worked in university relations previously and is able to bring a fresh perspective to our existing structure.
Essential Functions:
- Own the ongoing execution and management of Arrive’s university recruiting strategy including: university selection and evaluation, engagement opportunities, partnerships, and our internship program.
- Manage a robust budget and the appropriate allocation of resources across hundreds of campuses.
- Work closely with Recruiting leadership on design and implementation of campus recruiting efforts to ensure consistency, quality and alignment.
- Analyze and present key performance metrics from campus recruitment efforts.
- Act as the expert on the university recruitment talent market and trend.
- Leverage past experience and current findings to drive enhancements to university recruiting strategies.
- Build deep relationships with career services professionals and develop unique strategies for each university that we partner with.
- Manage a team of Campus Recruiters and the assignment of respective regions to ensure Arrive has a strong presence in current and future markets.
- Travel up to 50% of the time to various campuses & affiliates to drive year-round engagement.
- Report directly to the VP of Recruiting and partner with leadership across the recruiting team.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 5+ years of experience in recruiting or human resources.
- 3+ years in a campus recruitment role at a multi-state organization.
- 1+ year of people management experience, preferred.
- Experience in a high-volume sales organization, preferred.
- Strong understanding of campus recruitment strategy for entry level sales positions.
- Experience building relationships with career services professionals and other university leaders.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Takes ownership of their work and gets results through sound decision making & effective cross-functional collaboration.
- Proven ability and desire to successfully navigate the demands of a high growth environment.
- Ability to travel across the U.S. up to 50% of the time.
Why Arrive?
- Take advantage of excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
- Invest in your future with our matching 401K program.
- Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work-from-home schedule based on position and tenure.
- Build relationships and find your home at Arrive through our Employee Resource Groups.
- Get recognized through our employee rewards program.
- Leave the suit and tie at home; our dress code is casual.
- Eat for free on Mondays & Fridays…lunch is on Arrive! Snack and lunch options are also available daily.
- Work in the booming city of Austin, TX - we are in a convenient location close to the airport and downtown.
- Park your car for free on site!
- Sweat it out using local gym discounts or with the team at our onsite gym.
- Maximize your wellness with free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
- Start your morning with a specialty drink from our fully stocked coffee bar, Broker’s Brew.
- Get paid to work with your friends through our Referral Program!
- Get relocation assistance! If you are not local to the area, we offer relocation packages and have a Relocation Specialist who can help you along the way.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- This position will manage a team of Campus Recruiters.
Covid Response and Flex Policy:
Arrive Leadership continually evaluates the Covid-19 pandemic and makes informed decisions based on applicable regulation, CDC recommendation, best practice, and local impacts of the pandemic. Arrive has implemented a comprehensive and proactive Covid response plan designed for the safety of our employees. This plan includes in-office safety protocol for all employees and a flexible work schedule based on position and tenure.