Director of Recruiting Relations & Business Development

CAREER SVC SUPV 2 (004520)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_941345

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/24/2026 2:07:17 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/24/2026 2:07:14 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1160O

Organization:

ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Division Code:

1161D

Division:

MANAGEMENT DIV

Department:

030000 - ANDERSON GRAD SCH OF MANAGEMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_941345

Position Description ID

255081

UC Payroll Title:

CAREER SVC SUPV 2 (004520)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 22

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40040199

Reports to Payroll Title:

CAREER SVC MGR 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40783506

Department Head Payroll Title:

ACAD PRG MGR 2

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

004982

CAREER SVC SPEC 3 SV

2

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BLANK AST 3

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Dean and Director, the Director of Recruiting Relations & Business Development supervises the recruiting relations and business development team at the Parker Career Management Center (Parker CMC), facilitating recruiting relations between employers and MBA students at UCLA Anderson along with outreach and development of additional MBA-focused employer partnerships. Parker CMC serves approximately 600–700 Full-Time MBA students through a range of career services, including the Campus Recruiting Program, one-on-one advising, career workshops, peer coaching, and career development programming. The Parker team currently consists of 14 employees.

In this leadership role, the Director must demonstrate exceptional leadership, collaboration, and management skills to drive Parker's core goals: excellent student satisfaction, strong employment outcomes, and effective relationships with MBA employers worldwide. The Director is expected to think strategically, act decisively, and continuously identify opportunities to strengthen Parker's value proposition to both students and employers.

Recruiting Operations

The Director oversees all aspects of the Campus Recruiting Program, including:

• Managing recruiting relations staff, operations, and customer service across all recruiting activities (150+ in-person and virtual events with 80+ organizations in 2025–2026)

• Collecting and analyzing recruiting metrics to inform strategic decisions and report on program effectiveness to senior leadership

• Managing and updating recruiting technology platforms (primarily 12Twenty) to optimize workflows, reporting, and data integrity

• Collaborating closely with the Parker advising team to address student and employer relations issues and ensure a seamless, high-quality recruiting experience for all stakeholders

Employer Relations & Business Development

The Director will play an active role in new business development to expand recruiting opportunities for UCLA Anderson MBA students. Key activities include:

• Identifying and prospecting new employer partners across industries and geographies through targeted outreach to companies not currently engaged with Parker CMC, building a pipeline via networking, industry events, and market research

• Developing tailored pitches and value propositions to attract new employer partners aligned with student career interests and evolving market trends

• Partnering with the Assistant Dean and Senior Advisor of Employer Relations to develop and execute a strategic outreach plan, including organizing employer site visits and on-campus engagement events

• Representing UCLA Anderson at external conferences and industry forums to elevate the school's profile and build relationships with prospective recruiting partners

Team Supervision & Partner Management

This role supervises the team that manages recruiting relationships with over 100 companies that hire MBA students hosting over 150-200 activities each year, so this is a significant external facing, relationship development role. This person would personally manage 30+ companies.

As manager of the recruiting team (up to 4 staff when fully staffed), the Director will:

• Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing team

• Strategically monitor and balance employer account assignments to maximize relationship quality and coverage across the team

• Evaluate the effectiveness of employer relationship-building efforts and implement data-driven improvements on an ongoing basis

• Oversee the annual recruiting calendar and lead cross-functional coordination to execute key activities on time and at scale

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with campus partners—including student clubs, student affairs, facilities, catering, parking, and administrative offices—to ensure smooth planning and execution of recruiting activities and events throughout the year

• Foster a collaborative, resilient team culture that remains focused and motivated during peak recruiting season while effectively managing complex employer situations and competing priorities

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with three days per week on-site at UCLA Anderson and two days remote. During prime recruiting season, typically in the fall and winter quarters, the role requires flexibility to work evenings to support recruiting events, employer engagements, and student activities. The Director is expected to be present and accessible during these critical periods to ensure smooth operations and provide strong leadership to the team.

RECRUITING OPERATIONS

Oversee all operations, logistics, and customer services for the UCLA Anderson Campus Recruiting Program (CRP):

1. Evaluate current practices, procedures, and timelines involved in the CRP; create, document, and implement streamlined and standardized processes to provide an optimal experience for both students and employers.

o Identify and implement the most effective recruiting strategies for organizations interested in hiring UCLA Anderson MBA students

o Train and support students and employers on the use of 12Twenty for various recruiting activities, including maintaining and updating tutorials and resources as new features are introduced

2. Directly manage key employer accounts to maximize relationships and design best-in-class processes for recruiting activities and outcomes.

o Oversee the execution of 150+ recruiting events, career fairs, and on-campus and virtual interview schedules annually

o Utilize 12Twenty to post open positions, manage candidate pipelines, and schedule recruiting events and interviews

o Address student and employer questions and issues arising during the recruiting process; train team members to independently resolve common issues

3. Collect, analyze, and report on recruiting data and metrics to support strategic decision-making.

o Maintain and analyze employer, recruiter, and recruiting activity databases

o Report recruiting data and analysis to the Parker team and other UCLA Anderson departments

o Develop and implement performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of Parker's recruiting services

4. Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of recruiting technology platforms, primarily 12Twenty.

o Annually reset and configure the system to meet the evolving needs of students, employers, and the recruiting team

o Ensure available system features are fully utilized and delivering value to all users

Stay current on platform developments and conduct due diligence on additional vendors when appropriate

40%

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Supervise a recruiting team of up to 4 full-time staff members to run all campus recruiting operations and activities:

1. Hire, train, and evaluate recruiting team members to build a cohesive, high-performing team and positive work environment

2. Conduct annual performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback for professional development, and share results with the Assistant Dean

3. Build staff development and training initiatives to keep team members current on employer recruiting trends and best practices in MBA career services

4. Encourage and provide opportunities for both professional and personal growth through internal and external tools and programs

5. Analyze recruiting-related survey data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and build on areas of success

6. As a member of Parker's senior leadership team, play an active role in the strategic planning, assessment, and review of Parker CMC's ongoing activities and services

7. Conducts disciplinary action, and/or separation of employees.

30%

EMPLOYER RELATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Drive new business development and collaborate with employer relations leadership to expand and strengthen employer partnerships:

1. Identify and prospect new employer partners across industries and geographies through targeted outreach, networking, industry events, and market research

2. Develop tailored pitches and value propositions to attract new employer partners aligned with student career interests and market trends

3. Partner with the Assistant Dean and Senior Advisor of Employer Relations to develop and execute a strategic outreach plan targeting high-potential employers across key industries and geographies

4. Partner with the Assistant Dean and and other Anderson departments to execute strategies to develop relationships with potential employers of MBA students.

5. Directly manage a portfolio of key employer accounts, overseeing the full recruiting lifecycle from initial engagement through event execution and post-recruiting follow-up

6. Develop and implement processes to smoothly onboard and transition prospective employers into active campus recruiting participants

7. Organize and host employer site visits, on-campus engagement events, and career fairs to deepen relationships and showcase UCLA Anderson's MBA talent

8. Represent UCLA Anderson at external conferences and industry forums, including employer outreach trips, to elevate the school's profile among prospective recruiting partners

30%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Required

Master's Degree

Advanced Degree preferred.

Required

Highly experienced working with graduate students, with an understanding of the unique needs and challenges of MBA students navigating the career search process

Required

Ability to travel and represent UCLA Anderson at employer visits, recruiting conferences, and industry events

Required

Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends, particularly during peak recruiting season in the fall and winter quarters

Required

Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, lead, and motivate staff charged with delivering excellent customer service to students and employers

Required

Strong understanding of campus recruiting processes and proficiency in recruiting platforms, primarily 12Twenty

Required

Proven management skills, including the ability to define tasks, delegate effectively, prioritize assignments, communicate expectations, and drive team performance

Required

Strong leadership skills combined with a collaborative, team-oriented approach and the flexibility to work across Parker staff to address student and employer needs

Required

Advanced knowledge of higher education career services and corporate recruiting processes and experiences required

Required

Professional demeanor with tact, discretion, and a customer-service orientation; demonstrated interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a wide range of internal and external constituents

Required

Strong project management skills with the ability to think strategically, develop and execute operational plans, and manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously

Required

Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, demanding environment with a diverse set of constituents, including MBA students, faculty, administration, alumni, and employer partners

Required

Strong ability to work with people from diverse cultures within a higher education and corporate setting required

Required

Entrepreneurial mindset with the creativity and resourcefulness to work effectively in an environment where desired resources may not always be available

Required

Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and report on data associated with Parker's recruiting activities and employer relations

Required

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to interface effectively with corporate partners, alumni, faculty, administrative staff, and students

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Non-University Setting(s)

Location:

Anderson - Parker CMC

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.