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Blue Bird

Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations

Macon, GA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Internship
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,900.00 - $73,400.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid holidays
Vacation Time
401K Matching
continued professional development

Job Description

Blue Bird Corporation, listed on NASDAQ under the ticker BLBD, has been a pioneering technology leader and innovator in the school bus manufacturing industry since its establishment in 1927. Known for its dedication to safety, reliability, and durability, Blue Bird crafts school buses that transport approximately 25 million children twice daily, making these vehicles the most trusted mode of student transportation in the United States. The company has shown progressive leadership by embracing cleaner energy technology, being the proven leader in the production of low- and zero-emission school buses, including over 25,000 vehicles powered by propane, natural gas, and electric... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of professional full-lifecycle recruiting experience
  • At least 1-2 years of direct campus/university recruiting experience
  • Proven ability to build early talent pipelines and manage recruiting events
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills
  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 35% based on event schedules
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status
  • Authorization to work in the United States
  • Ability to perform onsite duties at Blue Bird facilities

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field
  • 3+ years of professional full-lifecycle recruiting experience
  • 1-2+ years of direct campus/university recruiting experience
  • Proven success in building early talent pipelines and managing recruiting events
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills
  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Platforms (ATS)
  • Comfortable with public speaking, presenting to student audiences, and facilitating professional development sessions
  • Event planning and project management capabilities
  • Prior experience in manufacturing, automotive, or STEM-related industries preferred

Job Duties

  • Serve as Blue Bird’s brand ambassador on campuses, promoting our mission and employee value proposition to emerging talent
  • Build and manage strong partnerships with universities, student organizations, and faculty across priority campuses
  • Organize and attend on-campus and virtual recruiting events, such as career fairs, industry days, speaking panels, and company spotlights
  • Lead sourcing, screening, and selection of candidates for internship and co-op programs across functions
  • Manage the full lifecycle recruiting process for early talent, from pipeline generation through pre-onboarding
  • Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers and HR focusing on sourcing and attracting top talent, ensuring a positive candidate experience
  • Manage University Ambassador Program, support Ambassador training, and coordinate University events
  • Track and report on program KPIs and post-internship conversion success
  • Provide full-cycle recruiting support for overflow professional openings when needed, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and offer facilitation
  • Maintain data integrity in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and generate reports to monitor event ROI, sourcing effectiveness, and candidate flow

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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