Talent Acquisition Specialist - #9824728

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Central HR

Working Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position #: 00705510 – Requisition #: 33368

Job Summary:

Join CU Anschutz Central HR as a Talent Acquisition Specialist! This is a full-time role on the Talent Acquisition and Classification team. The Specialist provides HR coordination to a team of 12 individuals working in the areas of classification and talent acquisition University Staff and Classified (State) staff; ensures compliance with State personnel laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and guidelines; and communicates internally and externally, about human resource practices and specific actions. The individual in this role should be a self-starter who works well in a group setting and individually. We seek an individual who thrives in a team environment, is willing to learn, and prioritizes customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creates job postings in applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Manages the reference checking process, which includes entering, monitoring and emailing hiring managers the results
• Manages the general inbox accounts and responds to applicant inquiries
• Reviews and approves position management and template based transactions
• Assists in managing the Indeed and LinkedIn recruitment tools and manages the Glassdoor account
• Coordinates the job fair supplies and attends job fairs as needed
• Maintains and edits the department website

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid rotating schedule that would be on campus 2-3 times per month and as needed for in-person meetings. This role is located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Central Human Resources at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to providing extraordinary service to more than 15,000 faculty and staff members critical to the university's success in teaching, research, community service and clinical care. The Talent Acquisition & Classification team is committed to creating a collaborative experience in the hiring process. We strive to offer a high level of customer service to help attract and retain top talent for the university.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
• Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit:

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, public administration, public policy, business, higher education administration, social sciences, behavioral sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  • Substitution: Professional level human resources experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the bachelor’s degree.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months or more of human resources experience supporting talent acquisition, classification or position management functions.
• Experience managing social media communications – Glassdoor, LinkedIn, etc.
• Experience managing a website and editing content
• Experience posting jobs in an applicant tracking system
• Experience creating and editing position data
• Experience working with confidential HR data and information.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of laws, rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in applying them to human resource challenges.
• Knowledge of the professional standards, concepts, and practices of recruitment and selection, employee relations, or organizational development and human resource policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word and open to learning additional HR systems.
• Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and flexible, organized, willing to learn, possess the ability to multi-task, and have a professional demeanor.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems with very little information.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

• Resume

• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Megan Freije, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by May 3, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

$45,000 annually.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.