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Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS :

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

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 screening, interviewing, selecting, and sourcing. 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.
  • Proactively identify, qualify, and recruit passive candidates.
  • 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 :

  • 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.
  • Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree plus three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    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.

    This position offers flexible work. Questions about flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

    The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is :

    46,400.00 - $67,300.00

    Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

    CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS :

    Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

    Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

    EEO IS THE LAW

    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. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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