Sr Specialist Student Programs

Banfield Pet Hospital; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) and Roth retirement plans

Paid time off and holidays

Mental health resources

Life insurance (company-paid)

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, seeks an experienced Senior Specialist to lead university relations and early talent initiatives with a hybrid schedule (3 days/week). The role partners with DVM/VT recruitment and cross-functional teams to build scalable student programs and a strong pipeline of future talent.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in HR, business or veterinary fields and at least 5 years in campus recruiting or veterinary hospital experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, business or veterinary field.
• 5 years campus recruiting, talent acquisition, project or event management, or 5 years in veterinary hospitals including line management and interns/externs.

Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.
• Partner with campus teams to build strategy and execute relationship building activities with students, faculty and staff at veterinary colleges.
• Plan and implement DVM and VT externships, student job and ambassador programs; coordinate with recruitment teams.
• Collaborate with Employer Branding, Marketing and Corporate Affairs to create program collateral and communications.
• Provide training for field and hospitals participating in student programs.
• Engage with external vendors and DVQ Liaisons to ensure program execution and excellence.
• Plan campus events and sponsorships with recruiters; maintain campus resource library on Teams.
• Identify and train area student programs champions; support senior specialists and hospital leaders.
• Maintain relationships with campus administration, faculty, students and program vendors externally.

Skills

Campus recruiting

Talent acquisition

Event management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business or Veterinary field

Tools

Phenom CRM

Workday ATS

Job description

This position requires an onsite presence at the Banfield Pet Hospital headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, with a hybrid work schedule (3 days/week).

Summary and Qualifications:

Execute university relations strategies, support execution of the DVM and VT externships, student job program and student ambassador program and develop early talent pipelines in partnership with the field and greater Talent Acquisition.

Essential Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.

• Partner with campus teams to build strategy and execute relationship building activities with students, faculty and staff at veterinary and veterinary technology colleges and universities

• Execute planning and implementation of DVM and VT Externships, Student Job Program and Student Ambassador Program Partner with DVM and VT recruitment teams to maintain flow of early pipeline talent.

• Partner with Employer Branding, Marketing and Corporate Affairs to create engaging programs collateral, program content and communications.

• Provide support for development of new student experiences and lead continuous improvement efforts for existing programs

• Provide training and communication for field and hospitals participating in student programs.

• Partner with external vendors on program execution maintaining operational excellence.

• Partner with DVQ Liaisons, Student Ambassadors, and recruiters to plan and execute campus events and sponsorships with partnership

• Manage and maintain library of campus resources on Teams

• Identify, train, and engage with area student programs champions

• Sr. Specialist partners with Student Programs team, Field Leaders, Hospital leaders, greater TA, HRIS, Employer Brand and Corporate Affairs team internally to operate student programs and campus outreach

• Externally, the Sr. Specialist maintains relationships with assigned campus administration, faculty, student, and program support vendors.

• Other job duties as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards

Special Working Conditions:

• Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.

• Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables.

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 25 pounds.

• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate necessary equipment.

• The noise level in the work environment is normally moderate.

• Environment where pets are present.

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience, Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business or Veterinary field Preferred

• 5 years Campus recruiting, talent acquisition, project or event management or 5 years combined experience in veterinary hospital including line management and experience working with student interns and externs Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skills:

• Ability to communicate with a variety of associates and individuals across a variety of locations and levels Required

• Experience with Phenom CRM, and Workday applicant tracking system Preferred

• Salary Range:

The pay range for this role is $92,000 - $115,000

The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, abilities, and education, and may vary depending on location and schedule.

This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been received.

Benefits:

Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.

• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*

• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*

• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*

• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.

• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you’ll have financial protection.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.

• Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.

• Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.

• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*

• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*

• Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.

• Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.

• Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*

• Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*

• Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*

• Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*

• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*

• Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs; Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location. #FT