Human Resources Associate - Talent Acquisition

$37,690 - $39,416/Yr

Georgia Southern University - Statesboro, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Statesboro, GA

Educational Services

About the position

The Human Resources Associate - Talent Acquisition plays a crucial role in supporting recruitment and administrative functions at Georgia Southern University. This position focuses on candidate engagement, event coordination, and ensuring compliance with university policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills to effectively manage inquiries, conduct background checks, and enhance recruitment efforts through social media and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Assist candidates through application and pre-employment processes via walk-ins, phone calls, and recruitment events.
• Process background check requests for personnel recruited outside of the HRIS system, create job opening requests, verify candidate eligibility for job offers, and submit requests for hiring manager access as needed.
• Monitor and respond to MyHelp inquiries, route tickets, answer general questions, and escalate complex issues to team members.
• Manage inventory of Talent Acquisition supplies, equipment, and promotional materials.
• Assist in organizing recruitment events, primary lead in managing weekly open lab sessions, and handle space and vehicle reservations.
• Represent the university at career fairs and outreach events.
• Develop and create social media content to enhance the university’s recruitment efforts and online presence.
• Foster and maintain relationships with campus departments and stakeholders and provide backup support to the Talent Acquisition Coordinator and team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) or more years of related work experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Specialized knowledge in Human Resources.
• Experience explaining employee policies and procedures.
• Experience with customer service.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $18.12 - $18.95.
• Full-time employment with potential for career growth.
• Supportive work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.