College Relations Specialist - University Recruiting & Development

Black Diamond Networks•Andover, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The College Relations Specialist focuses on establishing and maintaining relationships with schools and universities, scheduling and promoting on-campus and virtual events, and researching new opportunities. The role works closely with Talent Acquisition and Marketing to support recruiting needs across company locations, represent the BDN brand to students, and develop university partnerships. Compensation is described as a base salary plus uncapped commission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, human resources, or a related field.
0–3 years of experience.
Creative, energetic, focused, competitive, hardworking, and sharp, with a proven track record of achieving or exceeding goals.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Sound knowledge of recruitment practices and awareness of current trends.
Hands-on experience with resume databases and Applicant Tracking Systems.
Exceptional communication and verbal skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with universities and other educational institutions, including sales programs, career services, student organizations, and professors.
Plan and execute BDN and professional development events with student organizations and academic programs.
Use phone calls, email, and Zoom to schedule in-person meetings with prospective partners.
Work with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure recruiting pipelines meet company needs across all locations.
Attend college career fairs, interact with students, and promote the BDN brand.
Report recruiting metrics after each career event, including the number of candidates whose information was recorded.
Host in-house career days for students and recent graduates at BDN office sites.
Identify and prioritize universities for outreach based on perceived value, potential growth, and renewal timeframe.
Coordinate with the Marketing team to design and place print and digital advertisements on college campuses.
Serve as the main point of contact for TA Associates regarding career fair items, signage, tablecloths, and giveaway items.