Human Resources: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Position Summary:
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Source candidates via traditional and non-traditional methods utilizing social media, AIU website, PA-Educator.net, and various job boards.
2. Execute the full-cycle recruitment process including initial assessments, interviews, and negotiating job offers.
3. Identify future talent needs and proactively build relationships and the network needed to generate a talent pipeline.
4. Develop and manage external partnerships with universities, sourcing partners, and/or recruitment agencies as needed.
5. Provide counsel and guidance to hiring managers and Human Resources about trends and talent recruitment/hiring best practices.
6. Attract, influence, and convert hard to find passive talent.
7. Perform administrative tasks as needed, such as scheduling interviews, travel coordination, etc.
8. Maintain current legally compliant job descriptions for all current positions and assist manager in creating job descriptions for newly created openings.
9. Monitor and track the effectiveness of recruiting strategies, return on investment, quality of hires, recruitment and retention data. Utilize data and metrics to enhance quality, service, and efficiency.
10. Conduct candidate testing, background check processing, and reference checks on final candidates; ensuring results are within desirable parameters before an offer is extended.
11. Ensure the positive portrayal of company image in all advertising and throughout candidate’s recruitment process.
12. Prepare various recruiting status reports for management in a timely manner.
1. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required; PHR certification a plus.
2. Minimum 2 years of previous recruiting experience.
3. Ability to engage candidates by phone and/or email.
4. Aptitude in assessing intangible aspects of candidates.
5. Resourcefulness and creativity with a commitment to continuous improvement.
6. Must be highly organized and have a proven track record of managing and prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
7. Current knowledge of Human Resources employment laws and recruiting best practices.
8. Upbeat and positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and strong customer service orientation.
9. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
10. Strong technical skills; highly proficient in Word, Excel, ATS, and HRIS programs.
11. Must possess the ability to handle sensitive information with utmost regard to confidentiality and have a commitment to excellent customer service.
12. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with all levels in the organization.
13. Ability to travel.
14. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy.
Additional Requirements:
1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Sitting for extended period of time
2. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
3. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers
6. Hearing clearly
7. Adequate vision to perform duties
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Talent Acquisition Supervisor
Department: Human Resources
Position Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Salary: Grade 12
Benefits: Act 93 Benefit Guide
To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter and resume https://careers.aiu3.net/
Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.