Recruitment Coordinator

Job Title: AscentUP Recruitment Coordinator

Reports To: Senior Director, Customer Success & Solutions

Ascent is a leading provider of innovative financial products and student support services that enable more students to access education and achieve academic and economic success. Everything Ascent offers is designed with the best-in-class teams and technology to increase every student's ability to plan, pay, and succeed in their education and career. Ascent's planning tools and financing resources are co-created by students for those in college, graduate school, and career training programs. Ascent offers financial wellness education, student success services, and one-on-one and digital career coaching that put students' academic and professional goals within reach. Ascent has been widely recognized for its strong culture – named “Best Places to Work” by the San Diego Business Journal for the past 5 years – and as an industry leader – named “Best Student Loan” by NerdWallet for the past 3 years.
 

The AscentUP Recruitment Coordinator plays a pivotal role in screening and matching candidates for entry-level roles, ensuring successful alignment between candidates and employers. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with experience in recruitment of early-career professionals. They will be responsible for evaluating candidates, conducting intake meetings, and working closely with the Employer Relationship Manager to match candidates with appropriate roles. The Recruitment Coordinator will also provide on-the-spot coaching to applicants needing to strengthen their professional skills. Qualities we’re looking for:

· Passionate about AscentUP’s mission and purpose, as we have big goals to fill and you’ll be a big part of this.

· Since this role involves evaluating candidates and managing screenings, someone who can handle details meticulously is essential.

· The ability to connect with early-career professionals, understand their needs, and provide constructive feedback is crucial; you should be able to make applicants feel comfortable and supported, especially when offering on-the-spot coaching.

· Ability to creatively assess and match candidates to roles that align with their skills and employer needs.

· Recruitment often involves rapid changes and demands, so someone who can handle a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs would be valuable.

In this role you will be responsible for:

Screening and Matching:

· Conduct reviews of applications and resumes to assess fit and readiness for available projects.

· Collaborate with the Employer Relationship Manager to align candidates with employers based on staffing needs and project suitability.

· Manage the matching process to ensure monthly goals are met.

· Identify potential gaps in candidates’ skills and recommend specific interventions to prepare them for future roles.

· Provide real-time coaching to candidates to enhance their professional readiness as needed during the screening process.

· Explore and implement tools (including potential AI solutions) to streamline intern assessments and improve scalability.

Candidate Development:

· Conduct 1x1 intake meetings with candidates to assess their interests, skills, and project alignment.

· Provide professional skill-building feedback and resources to candidates during the intake process.

· Provide on-the-spot coaching to candidates, focusing on communication, professional presentation, and articulating their skills effectively, ensuring they are prepared to meet employer expectations.

· Prepare candidates for success by coordinating targeted interventions where necessary before project placement.

Reporting and Metrics:

· Track matching outcomes and report success metrics to leadership, including meeting targets and key performance indicators.

· Identify and implement improvements in reporting to streamline communication on matching progress.
 

• Competitive pay with bonus, and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but not limited to:

• Compensation includes base salary of $70,000 commensurate with experience, plus bonus and options
• Company Stock Options
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Annual HSA contribution of $1,600
• Life insurance, disability, and critical illness
• 14 Paid Holidays! Eleven (11) + Two (2) Community Days + Your Birthday!
• Snacks and drinks in the office
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid leave policies
• $2,000 Vacation Incentive Plan after 3 years + $1,000 Sabbatical Day
• Wellness, Work from Home funds, and more!