Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the University of Arkansas’s mission by partnering with campus departments to deliver full-cycle recruitment and proactive, strategic talent acquisition. The position manages job postings, sources and assesses candidates, consults with hiring managers, and completes recruitment-related Workday HCM transactions. The Specialist helps position the University as an Employer of Choice and provides an exceptional experience for candidates and hiring managers.

The role also requires regular, reliable, non-disruptive attendance and the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; applicable equivalencies may be considered.
• At least two years of talent acquisition or other recruiting experience.
• Knowledge of full-cycle recruiting practices, strategies, and methodologies.
• Understanding of employment branding principles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Skill in developing recruitment plans based on unit needs, candidate availability, and market conditions.
• Ability to manage multiple searches and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to partner strategically with HR Partners, hiring managers, and leadership as a trusted advisor.
• Ability to build and maintain strong hiring manager relationships.
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Human Resources or recruiting experience in higher education.
• At least four years of talent acquisition or other recruiting experience.
• Experience with Workday HCM.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Screen and evaluate candidates based on established qualifications, relevant experience, position requirements, and other job-related selection criteria.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Partners to develop recruitment plans aligned with university objectives.
• Promote the University of Arkansas as an attractive employer and enhance its reputation to attract top talent.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of candidates for future opportunities.
• Track and report recruitment metrics, including pool size, time to fill, and turnover.
• Provide candidates with a positive, professional experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Ensure recruitment processes comply with employment laws and university policies.
• Manage job postings and execute recruitment-related Workday HCM transactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level