Recruitment Programs Manager

The primary responsibility of the Recruiting Programs Manager is to oversee and implement all aspects of the Office of Career & Professional Development’s (OCPD) recruiting programs, networking events, and career fairs. Other major responsibilities include assisting with the development and implementation of employer outreach strategies, assisting with employment outcomes data collection, and supporting students. 1.) Recruitment Program Management & Employer Engagement
* Manage all recruitment programs, career fairs and networking events. Develop program initiatives and analyze recruitment trends. Ensure that OCPD’s employer policies are consistent with industry standards. Track and report data related to employers’ involvement in recruiting, student employment, and hiring outcomes.

Establish new relationships and enhance existing relationships with key private and public sector employers to increase employer participation at programming events, create job/internship opportunities, and connect with WCL alumni and other employers. Conduct in-person visits at the employers’ offices to better understand organizations, work environments, hiring needs and industry trends. Solicit postings for jobs board. Share knowledge with OCPD’s career counseling team.

Support collection of employment outcomes survey required for ABA Accreditation and rankings. Design and implement student surveys to gauge student needs and satisfaction with recruitment programs and other services.
5.) Other Duties as Assigned  
** Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
*** Full-time.
* 35 hours per week.
** Salary Range:*** $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually.
** Required

Education and Experience:

** 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.

Experience in sales, marketing, recruiting program, or relationship management required.

Demonstrated ability to learn CRM and other contact management software required.
3 - 5 years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience interacting with employers in the private and public sectors, strongly preferred. Prior work experience in the legal field and working with program management and administration desired.  Strategic planning, project management and event management experience preferred.  Familiarity with databases and contact management systems, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Symplicity, and comfort with statistical reporting and analysis preferred. Demonstrated ability to network and create relationships with employers from a broad range of employment sectors preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
* Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
* Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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