Director - Diversity Recruiting and Outreach
Webster Bank

Job Description

If you're looking for a meaningful career, you'll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, businesses and our colleagues achieve their financial goals. As a leading commercial bank, we remain passionate about serving our clients and supporting our communities. Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Agility, Respect, Excellence are Webster's values, these set us apart as a bank and as an employer.

Come join our team where you can expand your career potential, benefit from our robust development opportunities, and enjoy meaningful work!

The Director of Diversity Recruiting and Outreach is responsible for expanding the Webster employment brand to University, College and Community affiliations with a primary focus on underrepresented groups. They will look to expand and execute upon our university relations and community relations strategy. The incumbent will work closely with our Business Resource Groups and increase our ROI on events/hire. Additionally, they will execute against best practices for recruiting our early career roles using diverse resources. The incumbent will work closely with our internal Talent Acquisition Teams to provide strategies to deliver a more diverse candidate slate. Review and adjust recruiting collateral to reflect the company focus on diversity and be a strong diversity ambassador for Webster Bank.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive diversity recruiting strategies and outreach programs
  
• Build relationships with external organizations, educational institutions, and community groups to improve outreach
  
• Lead and participate in diversity-focused career fairs, networking events and classroom presentations
  
• Understand trends and best practices related to diversity recruiting and outreach.
  

The incumbent will require the following skills:

• High school diploma/GED required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
  
• Experienced full cycle TA Partner with a focus on diversity recruiting both internally and externally
  
• Experienced in Campus Recruiting and partnering with student organizations
  
• Proven Track record of developing and executing successful diversity strategies
  
• Strong understanding of diversity and inclusion principles and best practices
  
• Relationship builder and influencer
  
• Prior experience with presentations, training and recruitment workshops.
  
• A mission for community service and tying that to talent acquisition
  
• Strategic thinking and an aptitude to execute plans
  
• Success in creating KPI's and metrics
  
• Strong Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  

The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000USD to $140,000USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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