Pennsylvania State University Hiring for Talent Acquisition Specialist Job at University Park, PA Full Time

Penn State Human Resources is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist. The Talent Acquisition Specialist acts as the talent business partner to assigned units. The role consults with hiring managers on all aspects of talent acquisition from recruitment strategy, candidate selection, compensation recommendations and presenting/negotiating offers. The Talent Acquisition Specialist develops an understanding of the unit’s talent needs and utilizes strategies to decrease the time to fill/hire. Depending on the assigned unit, in addition to recruiting for staff openings, the role may also provide academic hire process consultation.

As a member of Penn State Human Resources, you will be joining a team of individuals who have the ambition to help Penn State succeed. Workforce diversity, cultural inclusiveness, and employment equity are deeply rooted in Penn State’s historic mission and are critical to our success. Just as we are committed to a diverse educational environment, we are also committed to a diverse working community. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for the following:

• Becoming a trusted talent business partner to assigned unit(s).
• Developing an understanding of the unit’s talent needs and utilizing strategies to decrease the time to fill/hire.
• Managing assigned unit job requisitions from a strategic recruitment and process perspective.
• Developing and executing innovative sourcing strategies to develop diverse candidate pools for current and future openings and managing the candidate relationship.
• Managing and driving the structured interview process.
• Performing the salary analysis and offer/negotiation process.
• Depending on the assigned unit, in addition to recruiting for staff openings, the role may also provide academic hire process consultation.

Required skills and experience include:

• Demonstrated knowledge in sourcing and recruiting for specialized and highly competitive roles.
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills, including consultative skills with the ability to understand the needs and urgency of customer base.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Possess a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated knowledge of broad concepts, policies and procedures related to human resources and the talent acquisition processes.
• Ability to adapt and change in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with peers, hiring managers, and prospective applicants is essential.

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

The following background checks and requirements must be successfully completed for this position:

• This position will require successful completion of a standard background check.

• In addition, if supporting the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) candidates must be a U.S. Citizen and may be subject to a government security investigation and will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Please provide a cover letter and resume at the time of application. All application materials should be uploaded at the time of application. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please note: We are operating under a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. This role is expected to follow that schedule.

May consider individuals located near one of our more than twenty commonwealth campuses across Pennsylvania.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/University-Park-Campus/Talent-Acquisition-Specialist_REQ_0000029180

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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