Human Resources Specialist II - Employment Support

$45,000 - $45,000/Yr

Texas A&M University - Kingsville, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Kingsville, TX

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist II - Employment Support at Texas A&M University - Kingsville is responsible for providing comprehensive recruiting and staffing support to attract qualified talent for the university. This role involves overseeing the recruitment process, developing standard operating procedures, and ensuring a positive onboarding experience for new hires. The specialist collaborates with hiring managers, manages job postings, and maintains applicant tracking systems while contributing to departmental and university-wide goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide recruiting and hiring support to meet the university's staffing needs.
• Schedule recruitment plan meetings with hiring managers to assess needs.
• Prepare job descriptions and ensure compliance with minimum qualifications.
• Consult with HR teams on position updates and requisition creation.
• Create and upload position descriptions for job requisitions.
• Devise recruitment strategies to build a pipeline of qualified applicants.
• Train hiring managers and search committees on recruiting processes.
• Determine selection criteria for candidates in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Place and update job postings across various media and platforms.
• Research and recommend new sources for candidate recruiting.
• Conduct follow-ups with managers to assess recruiting effectiveness.
• Create and implement candidate hiring processes for a positive experience.
• Generate interview questions based on position requirements.
• Respond to applicant inquiries and maintain applicant tracking systems.
• Onboard new employees and ensure completion of onboarding steps.
• Gather and prepare recruitment records per management guidelines.
• Attend System meetings related to responsibilities as needed.
• Process non-immigrant and immigrant petitions and advise on immigration employment.
• Assist with the direct hire process and ensure data validity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Two years of related experience in human resources or recruitment.
• Proficiency with database, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proactive and independent with strong initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and negotiation tactics.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with social media, C.V. databases, and professional networks.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations applicable to hiring and recruitment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with employer branding initiatives.
• Knowledge of best practices in recruitment and hiring processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.