University Relations Recruiter

Renewal by Andersen is the custom division of Andersen Windows. Founded in 1903, Andersen Windows has been the world's largest and most recognized brand for exclusive window and door systems. Renewal by Andersen was founded with the objective of creating a different and better window and door replacement experience for homeowners.

The University Relations Recruiter will play a critical role in building and scaling our early talent pipeline while supporting broader recruiting initiatives across the business. This individual will be responsible for identifying and developing partnerships with colleges, universities, trade schools, and community organizations within assigned geographic territories to strengthen our employer brand and create sustainable recruiting pipelines.

This role will serve as a key ambassador for the organization, helping elevate the internship and early talent experience while building long-term relationships that increase awareness of our opportunities and overall value proposition. In addition to campus recruiting responsibilities, this individual will support additional recruiting solutions and talent attraction initiatives that align with overall business growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Campus & Early Talent Recruiting

• Identify and prioritize colleges, universities, trade schools, and workforce development programs within assigned territories.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with career services teams, faculty, student organizations, coaches, and campus leadership.
• Develop and execute representation opportunities for the company at career fairs, networking events, classroom presentations, and industry-related events as determined necessary
• Develop and execute scalable campus recruiting strategies that increase internship, and entry-level hiring pipelines designed for consistent replication across all markets.
• Partner with internal leaders to create meaningful internship and early talent experiences that align with business needs.
• Help improve and communicate the overall value proposition of the internship program, including professional development opportunities, mentorship, and career pathways.
• Coordinate and support internship recruiting cycles, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding activities.
• Track and report on campus recruiting metrics including pipeline activity, conversion rates, and partnership effectiveness.

Relationship Management & Employer Branding

• Serve as a brand ambassador for the organization across assigned recruiting territories.
• Develop creative strategies to increase brand awareness and candidate engagement within targeted schools and communities.
• Partner with Marketing and Talent Acquisition leadership on recruiting materials, social media engagement, and event strategies.
• Create sustainable partnerships that position the company as an employer of choice for students and emerging talent.

Strategic Recruiting Support

• Support additional recruiting initiatives and talent attraction strategies as business needs evolve.
• Assist with sourcing, screening, and recruiting efforts for other key positions across the organization.
• Help identify and implement new recruiting solutions, partnerships, and pipeline strategies.
• Maintain accurate candidate and recruiting activity data within the ATS and other recruiting systems.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition leadership to ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of recruiting, campus recruiting, sales, relationship management, or business development experience preferred.
• Experience building partnerships and engaging with schools, community organizations, or workforce programs strongly preferred.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and recruiting activities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Office, and recruiting technologies preferred.
• Ability to travel regularly within assigned geographic territories.

Key Competencies

• Relationship-focused and highly collaborative
• Strong networking and communication skills
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational abilities
• Comfortable presenting to groups and representing the company publicly
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented
• Passion for developing talent pipelines and creating positive candidate experiences

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, standard business hours
• Combination of onsite, field-based, and campus travel responsibilities

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive compensation of $65,000-70,000 annual salary, plus bonus potential!
• Full insurance package, including medical, dental, vision, and life
• 401(K) with company match
• Student loan repayment & student tuition reimbursement program
• Employee perks discount program
• PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays!

DISCLAIMER : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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