TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST - Indiana Wesleyan University : Job Details

Summary of Position: This position will identify, attract, and screen pipelines of qualified candidates to help scale and support our employee growth. As part of our Talent Team, this person will play a key role in helping others across campus achieve their goals by sourcing and recruiting talented and mission-driven individuals. This key role is crucial in achieving our staffing goals and ensuring that both hiring managers and candidates experience a seamless, high-quality hiring process.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Talent Strategy Execution:

* Collaborate with leadership to implement and execute the staffing strategy at IWU

* Ensure the hiring process reflects the highest standards and embodies IWU's values

* Assist in streamlining and enhancing the employee experience from recruitment through onboarding

* Identify and implement best practices to improve the overall talent acquisition process

* Support diversity recruiting strategy to continually grow a diverse qualified candidate pipeline

* Track key recruiting and campus metrics to analyze the success of the program and continue to look at new and innovative ways to improve it

* Provide instruction to end users on process, software, utilization, etc.

* Sourcing and Candidate Management:

* Create and manage job postings for faculty, staff, and temporary positions using the applicant tracking system

* Actively source Exempt and Non-exempt candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, social media, and networking events

* Conduct initial screenings and interviews with potential candidates, including passive candidates

* Oversee social media advertising for open positions

* Event Planning and Logistics:

* Organize and coordinate on-site and off-site hiring events and career fairs. Attend events, as needed (~10% of the time)

* Manage logistics to ensure smooth execution of these events

* Participate in National & Global divisional events and activities

* Compliance and Reporting:

* Ensure all hired candidates complete necessary background checks and compliance requirements (e.g., I-9)

* Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations

* Generate and maintain reports related to hiring activities and compliance

* Maintain strict confidentiality

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

* Bachelors degree in business, psychology, training and development or related field preferred

Experience

* Candidates must have at least three (3) years of professional experience and a keen interest in talent acquisition and recruitment

* Excellent relationship-building skills are necessary for developing community partnerships, along with strong written and oral communication skills

* Attention to detail along with good decision making and the ability to maintain confidentiality is crucial for this role

* Experience in developing, managing, and implementing processes and procedures is critical

Required Skills

* Prior experience as a recruiter or sourcing specialist is strongly preferred

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

* Willingness to step outside of comfort zone and try new methodologies and approaches to continuously drive innovation across all university programs

* Excellent presentation skills, ability to effectively communicate/present to different audience sizes

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 13 Aug 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 07 Nov 2024 US Eastern Standard Time