Talent Acquisition Partner

04-Apr-2024

Human Resources - Talent Acquisition - Strategic Sourcing - Talent Scouting - C&T

87390BR

Yale Posting Status

CLOSED TO FURTHER APPLICATIONS

University Job Title

Talent Acquisition Partner

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

If Fixed Duration, Period

1 year from date of hire

If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?

Yes

Other Fixed Duration Date

01-Apr-2025

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Manager; Program Leader (24)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Human Resources

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

221 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

Position Focus:

Yale is modernizing the university Talent Acquisition (TA) function to achieve our North Star of making hiring faster and simpler, resulting in more successful recruitment of highly talented and diverse employees for Yale.  As a part of this transformative effort, we are seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner that will establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to foster strong understanding of their businesses and talent needs. As a key member of the hiring team the TA Partner will develop and execute recruitment strategies for near and long-term needs ensuring a positive experience for candidates and managers alike. 

The TA Partner will manage a portfolio of clients and recruit for all levels of staff roles, including managerial and professional, as well as bargaining unit positions. The TA Partner will build strong partnerships with clients and gain an in-depth understanding of the needs of the organization. The TA Partner will work closely with the talent sourcing function to establish recruitment strategies to drive results and meet established goals and metrics.

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community—eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative—or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcomed. Discover your opportunities at Yale.

Essential Duties

1.Plan and execute recruitment strategy discussions with hiring managers to understand and support near and long-term hiring needs. Set sourcing and selection strategies for assigned openings. Interpret recruiting plan for TA Sourcing Specialists as needs develop and change. Collaborate and communicate with department leaders and HR Partners to align on workforce and recruiting plans. Support DEIB/unrepresented talent goals and New Haven hiring goals. Provide relevant reporting and metrics at key touchpoints.2. Advise on leading TA practices through all stages of the recruitment funnel. Provide consultation on job description and job ad aligning with Yale brand and EVP; share preliminary candidate slates; guide hiring managers on appropriate and inclusive interview techniques, questions, and evaluations; conduct interview debrief sessions on a regular basis; coordinate the collection of offer details and creation of offer terms, overseeing the generation of formal offer letters, extending verbal offer, and handling negotiations.3. Serve as a key point of contact for candidates through the recruiting process ensuring a seamless candidate experience. Assess talent by conducting screening interviews to evaluate candidate expertise and alignment to job qualifications. Communicate offer terms to candidate (e.g., coordination of start date) and handoff for new hire administration.4. Deliver a seamless and efficient hiring experience for hiring managers and candidates through collaboration with TA team members within a pod structure including TA Partners, TA Sourcing Specialists and TA Coordinators. 5. Actively monitor personal TA Partner dashboard to manage workload and productivity and maintain alignment with TA Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and measures of success.6. Ensure compliance with policies, collective bargaining agreements and legal requirements for handling escalations or appeals.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and four years of professional human resources experience or an equivalent education or experience in a related field.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Demonstrated strong conceptual knowledge of recruiting practices and skills in all phases of the recruitment process​ including behavioral interviewing and other assessment techniques​. Hands-on experience recruiting for roles representing a range of complexity​.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

The ability to understand and adapt to changing organizational priorities and talent environment​.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Demonstrated ability to influence customers and candidates through various techniques that are appropriate/effective for the given situation and relationship. Excellent written and oral communication skills​ and the ability to communicate ideas. Excellent listening and interpersonal skills​.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

The ability to read data and metrics and to use that information to tell a story​. A keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills​.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Demonstrated ability working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment, with the ability to navigate across complex organizations​. Experience delivering proactive customer service​.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Sales and marketing skills (preferred)​. Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) applications (preferred).

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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