Jared Lay
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Texas Tech University, enhancing recruitment and partnership outcomes. Elevated international enrollment by over 650%, leveraging expertise in recruitment metrics analysis and leadership development. Excelled in fostering relationships and driving performance optimization, demonstrating exceptional contract negotiation abilities and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Recruitment and Partnerships
Texas Tech University
02.2014 - Current
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within recruitment department, fostering a culture of learning and development that contributed to overall team success.
- International travel to partnerships for presentations and graduation ceremonies.
- Increased international enrollment for TTU K-12 from 200 students to 1500, within 4 years.
- Host Academic Summer Camp for international students.
- Responsible for recruitment of international partnerships, student growth, internationally and domestic.
Assistant Director Career Center
Texas Tech University
02.2005 - 02.2014
- Hosted Career Fairs and worked with students, employers for hiring needs.
- Recruited and developed great relationships, with various corporations and companies.
- Developed and facilitated workshops and seminars on resume writing, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and career planning for diverse student and alumni populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to establish rapport and build relationships with diverse populations.
- Led team of 5 professionals in special projects and daily operations.
Coordinator
West Texas A&M University
12.1999 - 02.2005
- Monitored program budget, expenditures, and resources to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with grant requirements.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated program goals, objectives, and activities in alignment with Upward Bound program's mission and objectives..
- Collaborated with school administrators, teachers, counselors, and community partners to ensure program effectiveness and student success..
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TXMaster of Science - Agricultural Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.1999
Bachelor of Science - Ag-Business/ Business Administration
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK12.1994
Skills
- Recruitment Metrics Analysis
- Contract negotiation abilities
- Leadership Development
- Performance Optimization
- Data-driven decision-making
- International travel
Accomplishments
Texas Tech University Internationalization award 2021
Timeline
Director of Recruitment and Partnerships
Texas Tech University
02.2014 - Current
Assistant Director Career Center
Texas Tech University
02.2005 - 02.2014
Coordinator
West Texas A&M University
12.1999 - 02.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
West Texas A&M University
Master of Science - Agricultural Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Ag-Business/ Business Administration
Northwestern Oklahoma State University