Campus Recruiter (Dallas, TX) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers • Dallas, TX

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial. Austin Commercial has an outstanding opportunity for a Campus Recruiter at our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. As the Campus Recruiter, you will be responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies to attract high-potential candidates from colleges and universities to join Austin Commercial. You will work closely with university stakeholders, student organizations, and internal teams to build relationships, promote our employer brand, and identify talent that aligns with our organizational values and objectives. This role also supports the Recruiting team with working on salaried professional positions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in campus recruitment, talent acquisition, or related field, preferably in a corporate setting.
• Experienced in managing and executing internship programs
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with recruitment software/tools.
• Familiarity with Handshake or similar platforms is preferred.
• Must be able to work under pressure, to multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong understanding of college recruiting best practices, campus engagement strategies, and student demographics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with students, university stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional day and overnight travel will be required for this role for recruitment fairs and events
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
• Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Include preferred skills, additional certifications, relevant experience that would be beneficial for the role but not strictly required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement Campus Recruitment Strategies: Design and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent from colleges and universities, including campus events, career fairs, information sessions, and networking activities.
• Build Relationships with Universities: Establish and maintain strong relationships with career services offices, faculty, and student organizations to enhance our presence on campus and increase engagement with potential candidates. Work in tandem with the EO partnered (“School Leader”) with each University/College to build and maintain those relationships.
• Coordinate Campus Events: Plan and coordinate campus events, including career fairs, information sessions, workshops, and networking events, to promote Austin Commercial as an employer of choice and connect with students.
• Plan, Develop and Manage Internship Program: Plan the Spring, Summer and Fall Internship Programs. Work with Division Leaders, Managers, Intern Mentors and Support Staff to develop an internship program that provides a meaningful and worthwhile professional experience to include social events, jobsite tours, professional development/training and other events that will expand on the intern’s skillset and experience.
• Source and Engage Candidates: Utilize various channels such as campus job boards, social media, and alumni networks to identify and engage with potential candidates, including interns, recent graduates, and early career professionals.
• Candidate Screening and Selection: Review resumes, conduct and coordinate interviews, and assess candidate qualifications to identify top talent and facilitate the hiring process in collaboration with hiring managers and HR.
• Promote Employer Brand: Enhance Austin Commercial's employer brand on college campuses by promoting our values, culture, career opportunities, and employee benefits through presentations, materials, and online platforms.
• Track and Analyze Recruitment Metrics: Track and analyze recruitment metrics, including candidate engagement, event attendance, and hiring outcomes, to evaluate the effectiveness of campus recruitment efforts and make data-driven decisions.
• Stay Updated on Industry Trends: Keep up to date on trends in campus recruitment, student demographics, and university partnerships to continuously improve recruitment strategies and stay competitive.

Benefits

• We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.
• We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees