Interviewer/Screener (Term Position) (10008424)

Position Summary

In Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) we are seeking an
Interviewer/Screener to support high-volume recruiting to support our growth initiatives. This position will be a key
partner within the Talent Management team, tasked with conducting a high volume of Zoom-based screening interviews for candidates who have
already applied, with a focus on assessing cultural fit and required qualifications for various fundraising and advancement positions,
ranging from entry-level to director-level positions. This is a term role expected to last 6-12 months.

About the Work
Unit

The Department of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) assists Vanderbilt University in securing the resources, both
human and financial, that are required to achieve its mission and goals. The Department is responsible for the identification, cultivation,
solicitation, and stewardship of individuals and organizations whose charitable objectives are consistent with those of Vanderbilt
University’s teaching and research programs. DAR’s university development team is responsible for seeking new resources from alumni,
parents, friends, and family foundations to support key fundraising priorities. More information can be found here: https://www.vanderbilt.edu/dar/

Key Functions and
Responsibilities

• Conduct a high volume of screening interviews via Zoom with applicants who have applied for DAR
  roles
• Evaluate candidates’ alignment with key competencies, such as relationship management, solicitation readiness, portfolio
  experience, donor engagement, etc.
• Manage scheduling and interview logistics, ensuring timely follow-up and smooth handoffs to
  hiring managers
• Document results in our database, including cultural fit, job readiness, compensation requirements, and location
  preferences.
• Identify and advance qualified candidates to the next stage
• Disposition candidates appropriately with clear
  rationale
• Partner closely with the Talent Management team and hiring managers to calibrate on role requirements and maintain a
  strong candidate experience
• Track pipeline activity and provide updates on screening volume and candidate flow
• Communicate
  effectively with hiring managers

Work Environment

This is a temporary assignment lasting approximately 6-12
months.

This position is open for fully remote work. Slight preference for being located in the Nashville, TN area.

If working
in the Nashville area, this is a hybrid role that is expected to be in the office one day per week or more depending on business needs and
scheduled travel.

Supervisory Relationships:

This role will be an individual contributor with no direct
reports.

This role reports administratively to the Senior Director of Talent Management, but will functionally work closely with the
Assistant Director, Candidate Outreach and Experience and the Assistant Director, Talent Management.

Education and
Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, is required.

Experience and
Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent, is required.
• Experience working in talent
  acquisition, recruiting, or screening is required, including knowledge of employment law (legal/illegal questions).
• Familiarity with
  development and alumni relations, or general advancement functions such as fundraisers/gift officers, donor relations, alumni relations,
  etc. is preferred but not required.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills; able to distinguish transferable skills and
  evaluate role-specific competencies
• Consistent, high-quality screenings with clear documentation and timely
  recommendations
• Efficient candidate flow and strong candidate experience
• Accurate identification of candidates likely to
  succeed in various roles
• Excellent written documentation and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced
  environment
• Proficiency with Zoom
• Ability to maintain a high energy interview cadence with a high volume of
  interviews
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to articulate the mission and priorities of
  DAR.
• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience collaborating across teams and disciplines to
  drive results.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in an agile,
  growth-oriented, and fast-paced environment.

Required Skills

• Corporate Travel Management – VU
• Discretion – VU
• Editing – VU
• Event Planning – VU
• Expense Management – VU
• Process Improvement –
  VU
• Project Coordination – VU
• Purchasing – VU
• Records Management – VU
• Relationship Management – VU
• Strategic Prioritization – VU

About Us

At Vanderbilt University , our work – regardless of title or role – is in service to an important and noble mission in
which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been
named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for
several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create,
foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a
career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part
of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a
protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10008424
• Posting Date 07/01/2026, 03:50 PM
• Locations Nashville, TN, United States (Hybrid)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Job Category University Operations
• Job Function Administrative Support
• Management Level
  Individual Contributor 2

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