HERC Jobs Launches New Higher Ed Careers Podcast
San Francisco, CA – HERC Jobs, managed by the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), today announced the launch of Let’s Talk Higher Ed Careers, a new video podcast designed to support job seekers and professionals navigating careers in higher education.
Featuring candid conversations with higher education professionals, career coaches, and human resource leaders, the podcast shines a light on the wide range of campus roles, shares practical strategies for career growth, and offers expert guidance on navigating today’s higher education job market. New episodes will be released biweekly on the HERC Jobs YouTube Channel.
“We’re excited to share first-person stories and insights about careers in higher education, particularly for those job seekers who are new to the field or exploring new roles,” said Jessica Wise, HERC Co-Executive Director and Director of Programs. “Our goal is to empower job seekers from all backgrounds to explore, launch, and thrive in a higher education career.”
The launch comes at an important time for the higher education workforce. Ongoing policy and budget uncertainty has slowed hiring across many sectors, including higher education, increased competition for available roles, and contributed to a challenging job search landscape. According to the 2025 HERC Higher Education Workforce Survey, 51% of respondents report exploring opportunities across multiple industries, including higher education, underscoring both the pressures facing job seekers and the evolving talent landscape for institutions.
“While colleges and universities are competing in a broader labor market, the data shows that interest in higher education careers remains strong,” said Jennifer O’Neill, HERC Program Manager. “Institutions that clearly articulate their mission, workplace culture, and opportunities for growth are well positioned to attract talent from this increasingly flexible workforce.”
Let’s Talk Higher Ed Careers is part of HERC Jobs’ ongoing commitment to expanding access to career information and resources that support a multi-faceted, informed, and engaged higher education workforce.
ABOUT THE HIGHER EDUCATION RECRUITMENT CONSORTIUM: The Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) is a nonprofit consortium committed to improving higher education recruitment practices and workplace culture to strengthen our institutions and serve our communities. With over 550 colleges, universities, hospitals, research labs, government agencies, and related organizations, HERC works to ensure member institutions are sites of belonging, where all faculty and staff can thrive. HERC provides resources, networking, and outreach programs to attract, hire, and retain a qualified, multi-faceted workforce. HERC also helps job seekers find, apply for, and succeed in higher education careers through its website, HERC Jobs.
CONTACT: Marcia Silva, Higher Education Recruitment Consortium, marcia@hercjobs.org, 650-417-3193
