The Catholic University of America
Looking for Talent Acquisition Specialist at Washington, DC Full Time
Posting Title
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Overview
The Office of Human Resources (HR) develops and administers a comprehensive, strategic human resources program, including recruitment/hiring, compensation, benefits, labor relations, employee relations, employee and management training and development, HR policy development and implementation, organizational development to ensure that the university attracts, develops, and retains employees with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to contribute to the achievement of the goals of the university.
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will work to help elevate the University’s recruitment strategy and employer brand by coordinating talent acquisition programs and activities that build a diverse pipeline of talent committed to our mission. Responsible for leading and managing the entire recruitment process for assigned roles from start to finish, including sourcing candidates, evaluating resumes, coordinating interviews, and ensuring a smooth hiring process. Ensure a positive hiring experience for candidates and hiring leaders. Build positive partnerships and serves as point of contact for provision of consultative service to hiring leaders. Work on HR initiatives that will improve the recruitment function.
Responsibilities
Serves as a key contact and coordination lead. Collaborating with hiring managers to understand the requirements of each role and how it fits into the University. Guide and educate managers on the importance on following proper recruitment procedures and best practices. Write and post job descriptions internally and externally on career websites, and universities boards, screen resumes that meet required competencies and minimum qualifications, telephone pre-screening or interview top candidates where appropriate. Check references if appropriate, extend offers and draft offer letters. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of recruitment, employment, HRSC, compensation, benefits, and other related organizational policies, practices, procedures, and/or regulations. Ensuring all recruitment activities are compliant with University policies and regulations. Maintaining and updating candidate databases and tracking systems. Track, document, manage and provide recruitment metrics.
Assisting in the onboarding process for new hires. Meet with new hires during first day of employment and coordinate with front desk to ensure all new hire paperwork and necessary compliance training is completed prior to employee beginning work in their respective school/department/office. Coordinate with front desk to complete employment files and I-9’s. Build relationships with hiring managers, partners and communicate consistently and proactively throughout recruitment process to ensure all participants in the hiring process are updated and well-informed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources (or similar degree in Business) and 2 years of experience supporting a Human Resources team. HRIS experience (Workday, Taleo, ICIMS or other ATS) preferred. Be a creative problem solver with the ability to analyze and resolve challenges as they arise.Serve as a resource to the Talent Acquisition team and show a willingness to get the job done under tight deadlines and take initiative to suggest improvements or innovations to processes and tasks.
A professional certification desirable. Familiarity with HR databases, applicant tracking systems and candidate management systems.
Attention to detailExcellent organizational and communication skillsAbility to prioritize
