Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 22 Mar 2024

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00199PO24
Job Family Human Resources
Job Function Talent Acquisition
USC Market Title Talent Acquisition Consultant
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/165161
Job Level P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Human Resources
Department DHR Talent Acquisition
State Pay Band 7
Approved Starting Salary $65,539
Advertised Salary Range $65,539-$80,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Human Resources/Legal


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The Division of Human Resources at the University of South Carolina is seeking an experienced professional to join our team as the Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant within our Office of Talent Acquisition.
The incumbent will: 
  • Drive activities related to recruitment, selection, hiring, staffing, personnel changes, and vacancy management processes by demonstrating expert industry knowledge, effective mentoring skills, training and strong client partnerships for all positions within the University of South Carolina.
  • Create and foster relationships to attract and recruit candidates of diverse backgrounds. 
  • Utilize various sourcing and pipeline strategies to proactively identify qualified candidates that match short and long-term client needs. 
  • Serve as an institutional partner and peer resource, advancing the recruitment process and building organizational awareness. 
  • Manage the University of South Carolina’s floater pool services which provides temporary workers for various departments across campus.
  •  Oversee the Dual Career Employment Services. 
  • Serve as a People Admin Administrator
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years experience in human resources management programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in human resources or related field. Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Certified Recruiting Specialist (CRS), or Advanced Internet Recruitment Strategies (AIRS) certification. Higher education and/or government experience. PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of human resources. Ability to recognize needs and resources and communicate recommended solutions effectively. Excellent verbal and written communications skills with creative problem-solving skills is necessary.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Develop and maintain community public relations and partnerships with various community agencies, employment agencies, professional organizations/societies, and educational institutions to develop a presence in the community and continuously brand USC as an employer of choice. Align recruitment initiatives with brand strategy and achieve consistency in messaging to create awareness on all recruitment platforms. Attend career fairs and community events to create brand awareness. Establish and maintain relationships with human resources representatives on improving processes and human resources related issues. Establish membership and participate in various human resources industry organizations. May serve on committees and task forces related to recruitment issues. Serve as the liaison between the Office of Talent Acquisition, assigned areas of USC, HR Contacts and Campus HR Representatives.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Stays abreast of all state and federal laws and regulations regarding employment practices, including equal employment opportunity compliance (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Stays abreast of University policies and procedures related to recruitment and hiring practices. Advises hiring managers, search committee chairs, and members on the University’s employment policies, practices and procedures. Monitors EEO data to determine progress toward goal attainment. Develops strategies for hiring managers to assist in reaching diversity goals during the recruitment and hiring process. Increased initiatives that focus on affirmative action goals as well as DEI goals. Conduct interviewing and selection training as well as assist in facilitating search committee training which will become mandatory for all university employees serving on a committee.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Serve as point of contact regarding the use of the PeopleAdmin Applicant Tracking System. Troubleshoot issues/problems related to the applicant tracking system. Recommend and assist with the implementation of new system processes. Assist in providing training to employees regarding the PeopleAdmin system and any other related subjects under the Office of Talent Acquisition.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Serves as the program manager for the University Floater Pool which includes providing temporary staffing services to various departments on the Columbia campus. Recruits, interviews, and selects candidates for various departmental assignments as needed. Manages the assignments and serves as a liaison between the temporary employee and department. Serves as and the Dual Career Program manager which assists newly employed executive level staff and faculty spouses obtain job opportunities. Collects data on programs in order to measure success and make improvements as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
As a result of strategic priority #2, " to cultivate a world class faculty and staff," the employee will have an increased responsibility in assisting and developing a talent pipeline and developing sourcing strategies that will attract top talent to the University. Partner with internal hiring managers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the department’s hiring needs and job requirements. Develop recruitment plans and strategies based on staffing needs to identify top talent and meet the expectations of the hiring managers. Source potential candidates through various methods to include database mining, internet searching, networking with professional organizations and associations, utilizing social media platforms and other effective passive and active recruitment methods. Identify and implement best practices to increase the quality of hire while reducing time to fill and cost. Design, foster, and maintain effective long-term relationships with applicants, potential candidates, the community, and business partners to build a talent pipeline. Consult and counsel internal talent regarding promotional or transfer opportunities within the University as well as assist employees impacted by a reduction in force. Research, collect and analyze a wide variety of complex data using internal and external resources to prepare and submit various reports, such as time to fill, trends in talent availability, hiring practices and recruitment strategies.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 45


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date 03/04/2024
Job Close Date 03/22/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 22, 2024.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
 
 
  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities


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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165187
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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