Campus Acquisition Specialist

Baker Construction•Cleveland, OH

12d•Remote

About The Position

The Campus Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying, engaging, and hiring talent, (including interns, co-ops, full-time workers) from various educational institutions. S/he will collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop recruitment strategies, and establish relationships with colleges and universities to attract top-tier applicants. Additionally, s/he will participate in career fairs, campus events, and information sessions to promote the company and job opportunities to students. The Campus Acquisition Specialist also frequently utilizes career fairs as a recruiting platform to connect and engage with job seekers face-to-face, conduct initial screenings, promote Baker’s brand, and potentially identify qualified applicants for current or future job openings S/he also performs administrative functions related to recruiting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years related experience preferably in construction or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to present information in written and oral form at various levels of co-workers within the Company
Ability to read and comprehend procedures, regulations, and laws
Ability to adapt presentation style to the applicable audience
Ability to calculate simple math such addition, subtraction, division, percentages, and ratios
Strong proficiency with Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong proficiency with recruiting job boards / platforms such as Handshake, Linkedin, Indeed, etc.
Knowledge of applicant tracking systems; SuccessFactors preferred
Ability to work with co-workers in a team environment
Ability to attract, recruit, and develop talent
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and collaborate effectively across teams to promote the company's goals and enhance its visibility
Ability to effectively negotiate
Ability to adapt to a variety of situations
Possesses effective listening skills
Ability to relate with wide range of personalities
Ability to put people at ease
Ability to identify challenges in the recruitment process and recommend creative solutions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Ability to exercise judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws
Ability to assess personalities and skill sets
Ability to organize and prioritize
Frequently required to present to an audience for long periods of time
Frequently required to listen and communicate
Occasionally exerts physical effort to handle average weight objects of up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

Attends career events, including schools, military bases, minority associations, and other local outreach sources
Maintains school/instructor relationships at events, career fairs, and in classrooms (technical schools, high schools, trade schools)
Ensures intern program is managed, including the process, sourcing, recruiting, on-boarding, coordinating intern housing and logistics, and final presentation/banquet, etc.
Serves as main point of contact for interns
Coordinates events that promote a team spirit among the interns/co-ops
Oversees the evaluation process of the interns/co-ops, including presentations, feedback sessions and final rating and rankings
Monitors social media outlets for available candidates
Screens resumes received through applicant tracker
Conducts pre-screening interviews
Maintains relationships with future prospects
Gives input to Regional Talent Manager regarding qualified candidates
Registers for career events and tracks pertinent information (career fairs visited, people interviewed and hired)
Ensures that PowerPoint presentations are updated and applicable to event
Ensures that there are enough supplies for various career events
Coordinates interviews for qualified candidates
Sends follow-up correspondence to candidates
Coordinates travel/relocation arrangements
Posts job openings and reviews resumes submitted to the ATS
Assists Regional Talent Manager on Baker-sponsored recruiting events
Champions Incident and Injury Free (IIF) environment
Sets example by following safety guidelines including but not limited to wearing PPE on jobs, staying aware of surroundings, etc.
Complies with proper safety procedures