Talent Acquisition Partner

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

2d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SDSU is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to support the Division of Business
and Financial Affairs (BFA), a dynamic and diverse division responsible for the
university’s core operational functions. This role offers a unique opportunity
to support a broad portfolio of functions and leadership across the division,
partnering with units such as Business Operations, Financial Operations, Human
Resources, Environmental Health & Safety, Public Safety, and Real Estate,
Planning & Development. The role blends strategic partnership, hands-on
recruiting, team leadership, and continuous improvement in a high-impact
environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in full-cycle recruitment, talent acquisition, or human resources.
• Working knowledge and understanding of HR policies, employment laws, regulations, and best practices in recruitment and selection.
• Proficiency with PageUp or similar applicant tracking systems, PeopleSoft HCM, and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Demonstrated experience providing lead work direction or supervising recruitment staff, including assigning work, coaching, and ensuring consistent, high-quality recruitment practices.
• Demonstrated success in using data analytics and metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, candidate experience, hiring manager satisfaction) to drive recruitment strategy and improve hiring outcomes.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement innovative recruiting strategies that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and candidate experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build partnerships across diverse groups and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, customer service excellence, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build partnerships across diverse groups and organizational levels

Responsibilities

• Be a Strategic Partner: Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing expert guidance on recruitment strategies, market trends, and hiring best practices.
• Manage Full-Cycle Recruitment: Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for staff and management roles across diverse functional areas, from intake and sourcing through selection and onboarding.
• Lead and Support Recruiting Staff: Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and mentorship to a Recruiter, ensuring consistent practices, strong service delivery, and high-quality hiring outcomes.
• Drive Innovative Recruitment: Implement creative sourcing strategies and proactive outreach to build a robust talent pipeline and engage diverse, high-performing candidates.
• Promote Inclusive Hiring Practices: Ensure equitable, consistent, and compliant recruitment processes aligned with CSU policies and SDSU’s commitment to access and belonging.
• Collaborate Across HR: Partner with Classification & Compensation, Employee Relations, and HR Analytics to ensure a coordinated, compliant, and data-driven approach to hiring.
• Use Data to Drive Results: Track key recruitment metrics, analyze trends, and make informed recommendations to improve efficiency and candidate experience.

Benefits

• Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
• Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
• Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
• Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees