University of Minnesota · 8 hours ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$32.28/hr - $36/hr
2+ years expThe University of Minnesota is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruitment efforts across the university. This role involves full-cycle recruitment support, developing recruitment strategies, and collaborating with hiring managers to ensure effective hiring practices.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Hiring Manager
Gao Thao
Responsibilities
Provides full-cycle recruitment support for positions across UMN. This includes holding intake meetings, reviewing job descriptions, developing a recruitment strategy, screening and interviewing candidates, recommending an incoming salary based on candidates' credentials, and finalizing the offer
Develops interview guides with behavioral based interview questions for Hiring Leaders
Works with leaders to develop offer terms and recommendations. Makes verbal offer to candidate
Develops a marketing plan and timeline for positions
Provides updates to the Talent Acquisition Manager and hiring unit on key recruiting activities
Communicates with non-selected candidates
Determines if the candidate meets the minimum qualifications
As an individual contributor, role models UMN’s dedication to developing an inclusive work environment
Ensures diversity is represented in search committees
Reviews postings to ensure they are promoting inclusive language
Represents the University at job fairs and other recruitment activities
Works with Hiring Manager on specialized sourcing strategies for specific job families
Will be the subject matter expert recruiting for specific roles
Partners with assigned colleges, departments, and administrative units to develop and implement effective recruiting strategies for professional, academic, and administrative positions
This position provides consultative guidance throughout the hiring process, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, compliance with applicable policies, and a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Recommends changes to processes and guidance based on current market trends
Maintains a solid understanding of all applicable HR policies and procedures
Ensures process compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies
Advises Hiring Manager on offer letter terms that are appropriate for the position’s classification
Attend continued education classes, webinars, or conversations in efforts to increase and maintain knowledge in recruitment
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree in Human Resources or related field plus two years of experience or a combination of education and work experience to equal at least six years of experience
Full-cycle recruiting experience
Capacity to learn and develop on the job
Preferred
Professional HR certifications (PHR, SHRM, AIRS)
Higher education or equivalent experience
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Shane Stennes
Chief Sustainability Officer
Recent News
2025-12-17
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