University Recruiter

Textron - Fort Worth, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Fort Worth, TX

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The University Recruiter at Textron plays a crucial role in shaping the future of aviation by supporting the company's internship and full-time hiring programs. This position involves collaborating with Talent Acquisition and various internal departments to enhance campus recruiting strategies and maintain strong relationships with universities and students. The recruiter is responsible for promoting Bell's employment brand, overseeing diversity hiring initiatives, and ensuring compliance with recruitment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in full cycle recruiting responsibilities for assigned client groups, primarily during the fall recruitment cycle and throughout the year as needed.
• Partner with the University Relations stakeholders to assist in college recruiting activities in support of the company's Talent Strategy.
• Influence, maintain and reinforce consistency in the Bell employment and product brand throughout the Intern and UR cycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with targeted universities, candidates, affinity groups and professional organizations.
• Organize, attend, and lead campus recruiting events and conduct interviews as needed.
• Assist with the coordination of on-site activities and Bell led initiatives, including the annual Summer Intern Program.
• Maintain standardized metrics for core, common and critical processes. Track ROI (conversion, retention, diversity, etc.) from campus recruiting efforts and leverage data to meet recruiting goals and implement different strategies.
• Assist with all placement and onboarding related pre-employment activities.
• Avoid legal challenges by understanding and enforcing regulations related to fair recruitment practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Marketing, Business, Communications, or other related field.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in recruiting or strategic relationship-building, customer-focused roles.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems and previous recruiting experience, particularly in Engineering skillsets, highly desirable.
• High energy level, creative thought process and solid business skills will thrive in this fast paced, ever changing environment.
• Highly professional demeanor and presence appropriate for corporate and campus environment.
• Willingness to learn, collaborate with team members, and develop real skills that can be applied to future opportunities.
• Maintain professional relationships and commitment internally and externally through contribution, flexibility, and positive attitude.
• Verbal and written communication skills in a professional business environment.
• Ability to interface with all levels of employees, including senior management.
• Bias for customer service - proactive communication to customers and team members and strong collaboration and influencing skills.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy with excellent organizational, project and time management skills.
• Knowledge of college markets and campus recruiting strategies, including digital media.

Benefits

• Relaxed Dress Code (“Dress For Your Day” policy)
• Every other Friday off
• Continuous training and advancement opportunities
• Mentorships and networking opportunities across the business and with leadership