Job Description
City Year is a nonprofit organization focused on national service and educational opportunities. The Campus Recruiter will be responsible for generating interest and cultivating a pool of candidates from designated college campuses to apply as AmeriCorps members, while building strong relationships with students and campus leaders.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategies to engage groups of students and alumni from colleges and universities within your designated portfolio
- Build and maintain relationships with campus partners, including career services, faculty, and student organizations
- Deliver engaging presentations, host tabling events, and participate in career fairs to promote the AmeriCorps member opportunity
- Build and manage a pipeline of prospective candidates, nurturing interest in City Year and the AmeriCorps member role
- Conduct 1:1 informational meetings and respond to candidate inquiries to provide personalized support and information
- Identify high-potential candidates and offer tailored coaching to help them navigate the application and interview process
- Serve as a champion of inclusion for all within the recruitment function, ensuring that recruitment processes offer opportunities for all
- Ensure recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts reflect City Year’s commitment to educational opportunity and the advancement of those furthest from opportunity
- Guide candidates through the application process, offering clear communication on timelines, expectations, and requirements
- Prepare candidates for interviews by conducting mock interviews, sharing best practices, and setting expectations for AmeriCorps service
- Engage in candidate interviews year-round to stay informed about candidate experiences and continuously refine the interview process
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient transition of candidates once they are selected for interviews or invited to serve
- Support recruitment campaigns, events, and initiatives to amplify City Year’s reach and impact
- Provide regular updates to the Recruitment Director, or sites as requested, on recruitment progress, challenges, and insights
- Track and analyze recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of outreach efforts and identify areas for improvement
- Maintain accurate candidate records in CRM and applicant tracking systems, ensuring timely follow-up and communication
- Provide feedback on recruitment strategies to enhance candidate experience and conversion rates
Skills
- Develop and execute strategies to engage groups of students and alumni from colleges and universities within your designated portfolio
- Build and maintain relationships with campus partners, including career services, faculty, and student organizations
- Deliver engaging presentations, host tabling events, and participate in career fairs to promote the AmeriCorps member opportunity
- Build and manage a pipeline of prospective candidates, nurturing interest in City Year and the AmeriCorps member role
- Conduct 1:1 informational meetings and respond to candidate inquiries to provide personalized support and information
- Identify high-potential candidates and offer tailored coaching to help them navigate the application and interview process
- Serve as a champion of inclusion for all within the recruitment function, ensuring that recruitment processes offer opportunities for all
- Ensure recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts reflect City Year's commitment to educational opportunity and the advancement of those furthest from opportunity
- Guide candidates through the application process, offering clear communication on timelines, expectations, and requirements
- Prepare candidates for interviews by conducting mock interviews, sharing best practices, and setting expectations for AmeriCorps service
- Engage in candidate interviews year-round to stay informed about candidate experiences and continuously refine the interview process
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient transition of candidates once they are selected for interviews or invited to serve
- Support recruitment campaigns, events, and initiatives to amplify City Year's reach and impact
- Provide regular updates to the Recruitment Director, or sites as requested, on recruitment progress, challenges, and insights
- Track and analyze recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of outreach efforts and identify areas for improvement
- Maintain accurate candidate records in CRM and applicant tracking systems, ensuring timely follow-up and communication
- Provide feedback on recruitment strategies to enhance candidate experience and conversion rates
- Passion for national service and commitment to fostering a strong AmeriCorps cohort
- Experience in recruitment, admissions, or program coordination, preferably in education, nonprofit, or mission-driven environments
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of groups, including students, campus partners, and community leaders
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver compelling messages in both group and individual settings
- Proficiency in managing multiple priorities and projects, meeting deadlines with attention to detail
- Flexibility to travel within your designated portfolio as needed to support recruitment efforts
- A valid Driver's License is required
- Familiarity with CRM systems, applicant tracking systems, or related tools is preferred
Benefits
- Vacation
- Sick days
- Organization holidays
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Accidental death and dismemberment and disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) plan(s)
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