Talent Acquisition Specialist

$55,000 - $65,000/Yr

Bowie State University - Bowie, MD

Full-time

Bowie, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist at Bowie State University plays a crucial role in the Human Resources department by managing the recruitment process for various positions within the university. This position is responsible for the entire life-cycle recruitment process, which includes creating job advertisements, screening applicants, and communicating with hiring supervisors. The specialist will utilize various media sources, including social media platforms and traditional outlets like The Washington Post and the Chronicle of Higher Education, to attract a diverse pool of candidates. Additionally, the role involves organizing and attending job fairs and recruitment events to build a strong candidate pipeline, ensuring that the university attracts top talent. In this position, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will advise supervisors on appropriate salary ranges for positions and conduct salary surveys as needed. They will also conduct training sessions for department staff and supervisors on employment matters, including how to effectively brief search committees and complete necessary employment forms. The specialist will maintain accurate records of all recruitment materials, including interview notes and related paperwork, to ensure transparency and accountability in the hiring process. Furthermore, they will assess candidates' qualifications, including reviewing CVs, portfolios, and references, to identify the most suitable talent for the university. The role requires a proactive approach to recruitment, as the specialist will need to communicate regularly with supervisors about the status of their advertised positions and provide a clear plan for completing the search process. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will also assist with the implementation of specialized programs and training for faculty and staff, contributing to the overall development of the university's workforce.

Responsibilities

• Advertises vacant positions utilizing social media and appropriate media sources e.g. The Washington Post and the Chronicle of Higher Education.
• Conducts life-cycle recruitment of employees from creation to hire, to include position advertisement, applicant screening, and communicating with the employing supervisor.
• Organizes and attends job fairs and recruitment events to build a strong candidates pipeline.
• Advises supervisors on appropriate salaries and utilize various salary sources as needed.
• Conducts training for department staff and supervisors, as needed, on employment matters including, but not limited to, briefing search committees; completing employment forms and PeopleAdmin.
• Reviews salaries of vacant position with departmental supervisors and conducts salary surveys as needed.
• Ensures up-to-date job descriptions for all new hires in the personnel file and assist supervisors with completion as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisors about the status of their advertised positions and provides expected plan for completion of the search.
• Keeps record of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders.
• Assess candidates' information, including CVs, portfolios and references.
• Identify and screen down to the most suitable talent from the available candidates.
• Assists with implementation of specialized programs and training of faculty and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• PHR or other Human Resources certification desired.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in human resources to include one (1) year of recruiting experience required.
• Applicant Tracking System experience preferred.
• Familiarity with social media and professional networks preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS database software.
• Knowledge of employee recruitment and employment processes and procedures.
• Skilled in using computers and software to include Windows/Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Ability to organize and execute multiple assignments under specific time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide guidance and training to others.
• Ability to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
• Ability to accurately perform mathematical computations.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.