Job Posting End Date
07-10-2025Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
The Campus Recruiter for the Western Region will lead efforts to attract and recruit top talent from universities and colleges throughout the West. This role is pivotal in establishing the company’s presence on campuses and fostering relationships with students and academic institutions.Job Description
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
What You'll Do:
Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs. Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
Develop and implement strategic campus recruiting plans specific to universities in the Western Region.
Coordinate and participate in campus recruiting events, including career fairs, information sessions, and on-campus interviews.
Build and maintain partnerships with university career services, faculty, and student organizations in the region.
Engage with students through presentations, networking events, and social media outreach.
Review applications, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for fit with the company's culture and needs.
Monitor and analyze recruiting metrics to measure the effectiveness of campus initiatives and adapt strategies as necessary.
Represent the company at regional campus events, promoting the brand and career opportunities available.
Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned
Maintains memberships and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to industry. Takes the lead in the development of one or more annual Affirmative Action Plans.
Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.
35-50% travel required
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field preferred; or equivalent years of experience.
Five years' corporate experience in campus recruitment and placement of applicants in professional level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver's license and required Identification for TSA.
Competencies:
- Business Acumen Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Global & Cultural Awareness Relationship Management Consulting /coaching.
Additional Information:
35-50% travel required
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-007Compensation Range:
$85,081.00-106,352.50 USDIt is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
