Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

Supervisor: Director of Job Success and Team Development Resources

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Job Posting and Advertising: Write and post job descriptions on appropriate job boards, social media platforms, and other channels to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
  
  
• Candidate Sourcing: Proactively source candidates through various channels, including networking, employee referrals, social media, job fairs, and industry events.
  
  
• Screening and Interviewing: Review applications, conduct initial phone screens for select searches, coordinate and participate in interview processes, and provide recommendations to hiring managers.
  
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring process.
  
  
• Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining regular communication, providing timely feedback, and assisting with onboarding processes.
  
  
• Diversity and Inclusion: Implement strategies to attract a diverse candidate pool and promote inclusive hiring practices in alignment with the college’s commitment to diversity and equity.
  
  
• Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records, track key metrics, and generate reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
  
  
• Employer Branding: 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.
  
  
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices comply with federal and state regulations, as well as the college’s policies and procedures.
  
  
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and innovative recruitment techniques to continually enhance the college’s recruitment efforts.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is preferred.
  
  
• Experience: Preferred 2-3 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in higher education or a similar environment.
  
  
• Skills:
  
  • 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.
    
    

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
  
  
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required for job fairs, conferences, and other recruitment-related events.
  
  
• Environment: Standard office environment with occasional off-site work.
  
  

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $69,000.00. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• 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
  
  

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar) .