College Relations Coordinator
Country Companies
Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!
We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.
About the role
COUNTRY Financial is seeking a College Relations Coordinator to support our college relations activities for COUNTRY and our parent company, Illinois Farm Bureau. This position will have primary responsibility for the development of talent pipelines supporting the organization's internship and entry level needs. This includes building relationships with colleges to attract high quality talent ready to begin an exciting career at COUNTRY Financial or the Illinois Farm Bureau. This position also leads the coordination of our summer internship program and supports other Talent Acquisition projects.How does this role make an impact?
- Collaborates with hiring leaders to develop, support and maintain effective programs for recruiting and selecting top talent to meet identified business needs.
- Identifies and establishes effective networks, tools and resources to build and attract a pipeline of top talent. Promotes career opportunities and the company brand using multiple sourcing methods, such as company job boards, talent platforms, social media, recruiting events and community partnerships.
- Conducts effective candidate assessment ranging from resume screening, leveraging testing tools, to interviewing. Creates a positive, memorable candidate experience.
- Partners with agencies, recruiting contractors and/or job posting platform representatives as needed for recruitment activities.
- Performs administrative responsibilities as needed for assigned areas, such as conducting background checks, assisting with the immigration process, communicating with community contacts and liaising with employment and/or immigration attorneys.
- Supports, administers and/or maintains recruiting systems. Provides reports, analysis and recommendations to leadership to inform talent strategy.
Do you have what we're looking for?
- Experience building relationships with colleges and universities and staying in regular contact with faculty, staff, students and student organizations.
- Skilled in presentations and using social media channels to promote careers within an organization.
- Strong desire to support and engage students
- Success building strong partnerships with leaders.
- Experience planning and executing programs and events
- Highly organized allowing effective movement between responsibilities to complete tasks thoroughly and with accuracy.
- Must be available to travel and available to attend evening and occasional weekend events.
- Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
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Base Pay Range:
$62,000-$85,250The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.
Incentive Pay:
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.
Why work with us?
Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.
You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.
COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
Come join our team at COUNTRY today!