Virginia Tech · 4 days ago
Executive Search Coordinator and New Hire Specialist
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $65K/yrVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The Executive Search Coordinator and New Hire Specialist serves as the central point of contact for executive recruiters and candidates, providing logistical and operational support throughout the executive search process while enhancing the onboarding experience for new hires.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Strengthening Senior Management Area (SMA) onboarding practices through intentional outreach and partnership with HR teams, hiring managers, and departmental leaders
Connecting automated onboarding workflows with local departmental activities to ensure new employees experience a consistent, well-orchestrated first-year journey—from initial acceptance through their first 12 months
Supporting storytelling and narrative-building efforts that highlight milestones, celebrate progress, and reinforce a sense of belonging and purpose for new hires
Designing and coordinating meaningful engagement touchpoints, including welcome events, networking opportunities, first-year milestones, and experiences tailored to the culture and needs of each unit
Working closely with the Talent Acquisition team and stakeholders across the university to deliver a cohesive, people-centered onboarding program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Communication, Human Resources, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in higher education, healthcare, and/or professional service organizations
Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Demonstrated ability to work with confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
High level of maturity and sound judgment, with experience planning, prioritizing, and organizing a diversified workload
Proven ability to anticipate challenges in the search process and proactively identify solutions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to create positive, inclusive experiences for candidates, new hires, and internal partners
Preferred
Previous experience in executive search, agency, or in-house recruiting teams
Experience building or supporting new-hire onboarding programs or department-specific onboarding coordination
Experience planning and facilitating employee engagement activities such as welcome events, lunch-and-learns, networking programs, or similar initiatives
Experience using onboarding systems or HR workflow tools (ATS/HRIS experience helpful but not required)
Experience with storytelling, communications, or content creation that supports culture-building and enhances the first-year employee experience
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (124)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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