Talent Acquisition Specialist

$60,000 - $69,000/Yr

Union College - Schenectady, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Schenectady, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Recruitment Specialist in the Human Resources department is responsible for developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract and hire top talent for faculty, staff, and administrative positions at Union College. This role involves collaborating with supervisors, managing the full-cycle recruitment process, and promoting the college as an employer of choice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recruitment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Write and post job descriptions on appropriate job boards, social media platforms, and other channels to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Proactively source candidates through various channels, including networking, employee referrals, social media, job fairs, and industry events.
• Review applications, conduct initial phone screens for select searches, coordinate and participate in interview processes, and provide recommendations to hiring managers.
• Work closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring process.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining regular communication, providing timely feedback, and assisting with onboarding processes.
• Implement strategies to attract a diverse candidate pool and promote inclusive hiring practices in alignment with the college's commitment to diversity and equity.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records, track key metrics, and generate reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
• Promote the college's employer brand by highlighting its culture, values, and benefits to attract top talent. Recommend strategies to improve College and departmental recruiting.
• Ensure all recruitment practices comply with federal and state regulations, as well as the college's policies and procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and innovative recruitment techniques to continually enhance the college's recruitment efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Preferred 2-3 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in higher education or a similar environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday) and HRIS.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to inform recruitment strategies.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is preferred.

Benefits

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents