Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from COOP
Job overview
The Recruitment Manager role at COOP in the Bay Area focuses on managing strategic partnerships and leading recruitment efforts to enroll first-generation college graduates into COOP's fellowship program, driving upward economic mobility.
Responsibilities and impact
The Recruitment Manager will manage university partnerships, coordinate recruiting events, execute recruitment strategies, maintain candidate data in Salesforce, facilitate admissions and enrollment, collaborate with marketing, and support special projects and pilots.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base annual salary of $68,640, a generous vacation policy including paid holidays and wellness weeks, 100% employer-funded medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees (80% for dependents), flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match after one year.
Experience and skills
Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree, strong English communication skills, project and relationship management skills, facilitation skills, proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, reliable transportation, and availability for travel and some evening work; preferred qualifications include Salesforce experience, recruitment or enrollment experience, and knowledge of COOP.
Career development
The job offers opportunities for professional development through monthly virtual and regional in-person meetings for collective learning and team building, as well as involvement in cross-functional projects and pilots.
Work environment and culture
COOP has a mission-driven, alumni-led culture emphasizing empathy, curiosity, and purpose with a hybrid work model balancing remote work and monthly in-person team days to foster collaboration and community.
Company information
COOP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping first-generation college graduates overcome underemployment through digital skills and peer networks, with proven success in multiple US states and a strong focus on equity and upward mobility.
Team overview
The Recruitment Manager will join the Bay Area recruiting team, collaborating with the Director of Recruiting and cross-functional stakeholders across multiple regions including NYC, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami.
Job location and travel
The role is hybrid based in the Bay Area with required travel to college campuses across California up to four times per month and monthly in-person team days in San Francisco.
Unique job features
The position uniquely combines strategic partnership management with direct recruitment and enrollment responsibilities focused on first-generation college graduates, supported by a mission-driven organization with a strong equity focus and hybrid work flexibility.
Company overview
COOP is a well-established Swedish retail cooperative known for its extensive network of supermarkets and hypermarkets across Sweden. It operates under the umbrella of the KF Group, which is a cooperative federation owned by its members, allowing them to share in the profits. COOP's business model focuses on providing a wide range of grocery products, household goods, and services, emphasizing sustainability and ethical sourcing. Historically, COOP has been a pioneer in promoting organic products and environmentally friendly practices, aligning with its commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in managing strategic partnerships with colleges and community organizations, highlighting your ability to coordinate recruiting events and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Showcase your skills in candidate recruitment, admissions, and enrollment processes, particularly your experience with data integrity and reporting using tools like Salesforce, Excel, and Google Suite.
Apply through multiple platforms including COOP's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of getting noticed by recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with current COOP recruiting team members or those in the Bay Area division; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent COOP impact reports or asking about their experiences with COOP’s mission-driven culture.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'strategic partnerships,' 'candidate-centered recruiting,' 'project management,' 'Salesforce,' and 'enrollment processes' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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