Assistant Director - Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

NYSTRS/NV Capital, Limited Partnership • Albany, NY

390d • $131,519 - $148,026

About The Position

The Assistant Director - Talent Acquisition and Recruitment is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and expanding the recruitment efforts at NYSTRS. This position plays a crucial role in meeting hiring goals, enhancing recruitment processes, and implementing initiatives that position NYSTRS as an employer of choice. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Assistant Director will manage a team of recruiters and ensure a high-performing culture within the Talent Acquisition & Recruitment team.

Requirements

• Masters degree and six years of experience in recruitment or related HR functions with three years of direct supervisory experience, OR
• Bachelors degree and eight years of experience in a human resources office with three years of direct supervisory experience, OR
• Associates degree and ten years of experience in a human resources office with three years of direct supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn HRIS and talent management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and grow a team of recruiters, talent acquisition specialists, and support staff.
• Establish a high-performing culture within the Talent Acquisition & Recruitment team, ensuring excellent candidate experiences and continuous development for all team members.
• Partner with the senior leadership team to understand and execute the organization's talent strategy, particularly regarding current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Drive initiatives for recruitment marketing and branding, and employee referrals, fostering a strong candidate pipeline.
• Create and implement programming to support employee career development and career-pathing options.
• Manage the talent acquisition process, including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Support recruitment efforts for senior and executive-level roles, ensuring top talent alignment with organizational goals.
• Design a seamless, engaging, and inclusive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources and talent management.
• Develop and present reports on recruiting metrics and trends to support data-driven decision-making and forecasting.
• Maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, acting as an effective strategic partner throughout the recruitment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree