University Recruiting and Events Coordinator

Davita Inc.; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

DaVita Inc. is seeking a University Recruiting and Events Coordinator to enhance recruitment efforts for Ph.D. candidates in Menlo Park, California. This dynamic role focuses on managing university engagements, coordinating events, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure a world-class candidate experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to facilitating growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in recruiting coordination or university events management.
• Experience with iCIMS or other applicant tracking systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting recruiting programs covering 100+ universities.
• Managing event logistics and schedules.
• Conducting candidate interviews and follow-ups.

Skills

Proficiency with Excel

Detail-oriented work style

Multi-tasking abilities

Strong initiative and drive

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University Recruiting and Events Coordinator

ID

2025-2048

Location

US-CA-Menlo Park

Practice

Human Resources

Position Type

Full-time

Posted Salary Range

USD $32.70 - USD $38.47 /Hr.

Workplace Type

On-Site

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

1,100+ Team members
• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a University Recruiting and Events Coordinator to join our Human Resources team. This position is located in our Menlo Park, CA office and requires regular time in the office. In this position, you will play a critical role in our efforts to identify and recruit talented Ph.D. level engineers and scientists for consulting positions within Exponent, as well as non-consulting roles supporting our various teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to many areas of the university recruiting, talent acquisition, and HR worlds. Some of your core job responsibilities will be supporting our many recruiting events, scheduling interviews, owning the reporting of our key metrics, preparing presentations for corporate meetings, and leading recruiting efforts for some of our non-consulting roles. You will play an integral role in facilitating company growth within an international firm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team that values professional development and works to support a world-class candidate experience.

You will be responsible for

• Supporting our robust recruiting program, spanning 100+ universities and conferences
• Managing our recruiting event schedule, registering for events, and coordinating event logistics, including the shipping of event materials
• Following up with candidates after events and ensuring that they are shared with our internal teams for review
• Aiding in the tracking and reporting of key metrics related to our recruiting events
• Working alongside a diverse and dynamic team of recruiters to identify and recruit exceptional talent across a variety of technical disciplines, including the ownership of recruiting for some of our non-consulting roles
• Conducting video screens with candidates to assess behavioral competences
• Maintaining accurate records of recruiting activity in our applicant tracking system (iCIMS) and capturing interview activity
• Scheduling interviews
• Managing our presence on LinkedIn, Handshake, and other job boards
• Generating and distributing recruiting reports
• Preparing reports and slide decks for corporate meetings
• Actively participating in weekly recruiting team meetings
• Collaborating with engineers and scientists across all practices
• Communicating in a friendly, professional, and inclusive manner with candidates
• Supporting the recruiting team with projects and initiatives as needed
• Adhering to a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Traveling to and participating in local recruiting events (occasionally)

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Proficiency with Excel and an interest in learning more (required)
• At least two years of experience in recruiting coordination, recruiting operations, or a university specific events management role (required)
• Enthusiastic and able to work full-time (M-F) out of our Menlo Park, CA office (required)
• Previous experience in project, program or event management (preferred)
• Experience using iCIMS, our applicant tracking system (preferred)
• Experience building dashboards and reporting on key metrics (preferred)
• Ability to effectively communicate information in person and in writing
• A detail-oriented and highly organized work style
• Ability to multi-task, navigate changing situations, and take ownership of events and projects
• An interest in working as part of a dynamic team of HR professionals
• Strong initiative and drive to develop professionally and grow within the firm

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

Compensation

The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $32.70 - USD $38.47 /Hr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-CA-Menlo Park