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University Recruiting Lead

University Recruiting Lead

CompanySierra
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA
Salary$150000 – $200000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 5-8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience at a high-growth tech company, with early-stage start-up experience preferred
  • Proven experience building and scaling university or early career recruiting programs, ideally in high-growth environments
  • Willingness and ability to travel during campus recruiting season
  • Deep understanding of the campus recruiting landscape, including event strategy, brand awareness, program development, and partnership building
  • Ability to source, attract, and hire top Tech interns and new grad talent
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience partnering with engineering, HR, and focusing on DEIB
  • A data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze, track, and optimize pipeline performance and program impact
  • Passion for creating an inclusive candidate experience and developing programs that foster long-term talent pipelines

Responsibilities

  • Developing and operating the full university recruiting lifecycle, including campus strategy, events, sourcing, candidate experience, and reporting
  • Travel to campus events and conferences, with flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed
  • Partner closely with Hiring Managers to define early career talent needs, develop campus strategies, and align on timelines and goals
  • Build and execute sourcing and engagement strategies across universities, career fairs, and build strong relationships with universities and student organizations to increase Sierra’s visibility and access
  • Track, analyze, and report on university recruiting metrics to Hiring Managers and Sierra leadership on a regular cadence

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing high-volume university recruiting in fast-paced or startup environments, with the ability to build and scale programs from the ground up
  • Experience recruiting for both technical and non-technical roles, with a strong understanding of diverse early talent pipelines