Talent Acquisition Specialist

$55,000 - $55,000/Yr

The University of Texas System - Austin, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead recruitment efforts for University Housing and Dining (UHD) at UT Austin, serving as a primary liaison for applicants, the community, and hiring managers. This role involves utilizing innovative strategies to source candidates for various positions, ensuring a robust pipeline of talent while providing a high-quality candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and screen applications for various UHD positions in the HRIS system.
• Attend intake calls, create a matrix, and recommend candidates for phone screens and interviews.
• Schedule interviews and review/approve interview scores and feedback.
• Coordinate pre-offer steps, including conducting reference checks and verifying employment.
• Review and draft offer letters and oversee the pre-onboarding process for benefit-eligible hires.
• Advise managers and supervisors on HR processes and employment-related matters.
• Coordinate with other campus departments and create assignments for new hires via the HRIS system.
• Monitor requisitions and assist in increasing applicant flow through various sourcing methods.
• Assist with marketing and advertisement of open positions and identify top talent using job boards.
• Assist applicants and new hires with completing and submitting required paperwork.
• Lead recruitment efforts to enhance brand awareness in the community.
• Attend career fairs and hiring events, and develop regular recruiting activity reports.
• Handle sensitive documents appropriately and maintain proper documentation according to UT policies.
• Provide top-quality service to internal and external customers and ensure positive representation of UHD.
• Support HR teammates and leadership, and act as TA Point Person when needed.
• Create and implement efficiencies to improve customer service and provide administrative support functions for the HR office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in Human Resources Administration or a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Three or more years of experience in human resources administration.
• Experience utilizing various job boards to source and recruit candidates.
• Experience recruiting a high volume of applicants.
• Demonstrated organization and prioritization skills.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Career growth & professional development