Campus Recruiting Specialist

Blue River PetCare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible & Health Spending Accounts

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Blue River PetCare in Chicago is seeking a Campus Recruiting Specialist responsible for executing veterinary student-focused talent acquisition initiatives. This role includes attending career fairs, building relationships with schools, and guiding students throughout the recruitment process.

The ideal candidate will have recruiting experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to travel frequently. This role offers a salary range of $60,000 to $68,000 per year along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in campus or university corporate recruiting.
• Ability to travel up to 75% in peak season.
• Ability to rent a car.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with veterinary schools and organizations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for veterinary students.
• Plan, coordinate, and represent Blue River PetCare at recruiting events.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Sourcing and networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Salesforce

Job description

This role requires 75% travel during peak season.

The Campus Recruiting Specialist is responsible for executing our veterinary student-focused talent acquisition initiatives. This includes supporting our existing student programming (externship placement & student sourcing), as well as all future recruiting strategies.

In addition, the Campus Recruiting Specialist will assist in providing best-in-class candidate experience through talent pipeline development, participation in veterinary school career fairs & recruiting events, and collaboration with internal and external business partners to support recruitment efforts and hiring goals

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with veterinary schools, student organizations, and hospital leaders to support student engagement, externship opportunities, and recruitment initiatives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for veterinary students, providing guidance and support throughout the recruitment and externship process
• Plan, coordinate, and represent Blue River PetCare at career fairs, networking events, information sessions, workshops, and other campus recruiting activities
• Build and manage pipelines of prospective candidates through sourcing, networking, relationship management, and ongoing engagement efforts
• Monitors market and industry trends to ensure proactive recruitment efforts.
• Maintain accurate records of student engagement, externship participation, candidate activity and communication history
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Basic Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience in campus or university corporate recruiting
• Exemplary communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to travel up to 75% in peak season, based on company-need
• Ability to rent a car

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Salesforce experience a plus

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time
• Frequent keyboarding and communicating via call and text
• May occasionally move equipment and supplies up to 30 pounds

Work Location:

• Preferred location: IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, MO, OH, WI
• This is a remote position with travel requirements as needed

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $60,000-68,000 per year

Blue River PetCare team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program.

Blue River PetCare offers the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with KinderCare
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts
• Hybrid and remote opportunities

We’re proud to announce that Blue River PetCare is a certified Great Place To Work!

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.