Senior Program Manager University Relations
San Diego, California
Overview
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Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Senior (8+ years)
Travel: 0 - 25
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Job Summary General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced University Relations Program Manager located in San Diego (Poway), CA.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive university relations strategy, including managing the General Atomics’ college intern program, to drive early career talent pipelines that are aligned with the organizational goals.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify internship workforce plans and drive execution based on the plan.
- Manage and improve the college intern program by developing tools and standards for transparent scheduling and program understanding across the organization. This includes proactively disseminating program information to stakeholders, creating intern program calendars, and maintaining contacts.
- Plan and facilitate college outreach and recruitment events, including career fairs, information sessions, and student tours. Partner with marketing to develop collateral to promote employer brand to strategic partner universities.
- Lead company-wide intern program, overseeing onboarding, summer events, engagement, and conversion plans for a quality experience and high offer acceptance rate.
- Track and analyze university recruitment metrics, such as intern conversion rates, diversity metrics, and hiring manager and student satisfaction and make recommendations about future relationships.
- Ensure that the relevant University Relations policies and processes are appropriately controlled.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive professional project administration experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Knowledge of recruiting process through experience in campus or through engagement in campus recruiting processes.
- Must have the ability to create and present presentations using MS PowerPoint to various levels of leadership.
- Deep understanding of academic institutions, curriculums and strong relationships with career services.
- Strong relationship management skills with experience engaging and influencing senior executives.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create and tell a story to all levels of employees, including senior managers and senior external parties.
- The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects and represent the company on external projects if needed.
- Excellent MS Office skills. Experience with applicant tracking systems and event management platforms a plus.
- Strong project management skills, including event planning.
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Possess exceptional judgment and have demonstrated ability to make sound decisions.
- Results oriented, able to deliver timely, accurate, thorough, and high-quality work in challenging situations while manage shifting priorities.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
Salary:$98,100 - $171,398
Benefits
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Healthcare
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Competitive Pay
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Paid Time Off
“General Atomics is a company that has provided amazing career opportunities. There is no limit to where you can go in this company.”– Shalena, Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist
“I consider myself an effective leader and manager who also cares about his team. I strive to support my team so they can ensure we are taking care of our customers.”– Uriah, Project Manager
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