University Relations Coordinator I

Oxy is seeking an experienced and motivated University Relations Coordinator to join a collaborative and fast-paced team in Houston. This role is a backfill for a team member who has been in the position for over a year and will serve as a key operational and logistical partner supporting university recruiting efforts and intern programs. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in university relations, including advising experience, who thrives in a highly organized, detail-oriented, and team-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support campus recruiting efforts, including pre-campus, on-campus, and post-campus strategies.
• Coordinate logistics for career fairs and recruiting events, including shipping materials, packaging, tracking, and returns.
• Ensure all materials are prepared, organized, and aligned with Oxy branding standards.
• Set up and manage events in Yello, including scheduling, interview panels, and event details.
• Build and maintain relationships with universities, student organizations, and campus partners.
• Coordinate candidate travel, accommodations, interview logistics, and expense tracking and reimbursements.
• Manage candidate tracking systems and distribution of applicants.
• Support University Relations Advisors and collaborate closely with the Program Lead.
• Assist with planning and execution of the summer intern program, including onboarding, project coordination, mentor assignments, intern events, field trips, presentations, performance evaluations, and offer processes.
• Manage vendor relationships, invoicing, and expense tracking.
• Maintain inventory of university relations materials and giveaways.
• Track campus participation, recruiting metrics, and historical data.
• Assist with reporting for Talent Acquisition metrics on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Ensure compliance with applicable hiring and Affirmative Action requirements.

Team and Work Environment:

This is a tight-knit, collaborative team with strong energy and culture. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with leadership and recruiting operations while supporting key university hiring initiatives. The environment is fast-paced and requires strong organization, attention to detail, and adaptability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience.
• At least 1 year of university recruiting or university relations experience preferred.
• Experience supporting or working alongside university relations or advising teams is highly valued.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with event management and recruiting platforms such as Yello, which is a major plus, and Handshake.
• Familiarity with Workday as an applicant tracking system is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally.

Additional Details:

This is a 6-month contract role with the potential for extension or conversion based on performance and business needs. If converted, the role will be non-exempt. The interview process will move quickly and consists of two rounds, including a panel or group interview followed by a director interview. All interviews will be conducted in person.