The Executive Search Group (ESG) is UVA’s internal search firm in the Office of the President. ESG combines expertise in executive search with deep knowledge of and relationships at UVA to provide a unique competitive advantage in identifying and recruiting world class leaders to UVA.
ESG conducts comprehensive, rigorous, and high-touch searches across all 12 Schools, UVA Health, University-Associated Organizations, and Athletics. ESG’s consultants have long careers in executive search, all with a unique understanding and appreciation of the University mission and culture. ESG’s recruiting associate team support and execute complex search processes, including extensive initial research of potential candidates, and manage logistics and administrative preparation for simultaneous searches related to search committees, candidates, and stakeholders.
ESG is seeking an experienced, team player and leader to serve as its Director of Recruiting Operations (Director). The Director will play a key leadership role in ensuring seamless operations and oversee the recruiting associate team, support ESG’s highest level searches, and seek overall operational excellence. The Director will report to the Managing Director.
UVA has made great progress on its ambitious Great and Good: 2030 Plan and it is an exciting time to recruit leaders to join UVA. This role represents the opportunity to influence strategies that improve the experience and trajectory of every member of our team and unleash the full capability of ESG.
The Organization
The University of Virginia (UVA) ranks as one of the leading Universities in the nation. A vibrant and student-centric institution, UVA is animated by the forward-looking spirit of its founder, Thomas Jefferson. In 2023, the University was ranked third best public university by U.S. News & World Report. In the 20 plus years since U.S. News began ranking public universities as a separate category, UVA has been in the top four, and it has consistently ranked in the Top 30 among the best of all national universities, public and private.
UVA brings together a diverse global community of approximately 25,000 students, hailing from virtually every state in the nation and 111 countries. UVA encompasses twelve schools in Charlottesville, as well as the College at Wise, a small, liberal-arts college in Southwest Virginia, and its newest campus in Northern Virginia. In Charlottesville, the University employs nearly 30,000 people, including approximately 16,000 faculty and staff and approximately 12,000 UVA Health employees. To learn more about the University https://www.virginia.edu/.
The Role
The Director of Recruiting Operations position has an exciting mix of management, operations, and client facing responsibilities. The Director will have a demonstrated ability to innovate, influence, and improve processes. They will have the ability to manage a team with a focus on mentorship and facilitating career development and growth. They will thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment. The role will deliver on the following areas with a constant focus on the client and team experience:
Leadership, Management, and Operations Responsibilities
Executive Search Responsibilities
Experience, Skills, and Competencies
How to Apply
To apply please submit letter of interest and resume to Catherine Lindqvist, Executive Director, UVA Executive Search Group, WORKDAY. The position can also be found on the Executive Search Group website. The position will remain opened until filled and the search will be carried out with full confidentiality; candidates will be notified before references are contacted.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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