Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Talent Acquisition Specialist Posting Number 24TM0263 Department UHR- Talent Acquisition Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

University Human Resources (UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Talent Acquisition Specialist for the Talent Acquisition department in University Human Resources. This position is within the recruiting team and is an opportunity to shape the future of Rutgers by identifying and attracting top talent, while also enjoying a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth, collaboration, and the satisfaction of making meaningful contributions to Rutgers' reputation as one of the best large employers in America.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Consults with client departments to develop recruitment strategies addressing current and upcoming vacancies.

• Acts as an advisor and collaborate with hiring managers to develop sourcing plans.

• Develops messaging to attract top candidates.

• Identifies challenges in recruitment, examines possible root causes, evaluates possible solutions, and advises departments on revisions to hiring practices to improve fairness and effectiveness.

• Evaluates candidates' experience and other credentials for relevance to open positions.

• Builds and fosters relationships with university career services, student organizations and other campus resources to proactively build talent pipelines.

• Determines most effective sources and approaches to build talent pipelines and executes strategies.

• Applies University policy for determining background check requirements and evaluates need for additional pre-employment screening to meet regulatory requirements.

• Negotiates offers and constructs offer letters. Initiates and monitors onboarding processes.

• Creates, manages, and maintains job postings via Applicant Tracking System.

• Manages client relations and escalations.

• Maintains ongoing communication with hiring teams regarding recruitment status and updates data in the Applicant Tracking System.

• Serves as the liaison between management, staff, and applicants regarding employment policies, practices, and procedures.

• Provides guidance and direction to hiring managers and administrative staff in the handling of staffing transactions, including process and timing, documentation, approval, implementation and communication.

• Strives to continuously offer excellence in service with the goal to make Rutgers University an employer of choice.

Position Status Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Position Salary Up to $65,000 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment

• Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of experience in human resource management.

Certifications/Licenses Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, staffing, and onboarding including compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.

• Experience in higher education.

• Experience in a labor environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess a consultative approach to problem solving, be able to identify issues, partner with internal stakeholders and identify ways to resolve issues proactively.

• Excellent oral, written/oral communication skills and MS Office proficiency.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Overall problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.

• Advanced knowledge in talent acquisition is required to make recommendations addressing short-term recruitment challenges and create value propositions specific to a position and department.

Equipment Utilized

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Ability to understand Applicant Tracking Systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date 06/19/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University

• New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have two years of experience in human resource management?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application