University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · 12 hours ago
HR Consultant, Talent Acquisition- College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Urbana, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a leading research institution seeking an HR Consultant-Talent Acquisition for the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. This role involves providing strategic consultation on recruitment and talent acquisition, shaping the university's hiring strategies, and mentoring talent acquisition staff.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies
Leads and coordinates College-level review, approval, and oversight of a wide range of academic and staff HR actions
Provides strategic leadership in HR training and policy development by advising on talent acquisition and retention practices, interpreting and applying relevant policies, analyzing search-related data, developing and delivering training materials, partnering with senior HR leadership on policy implementation
Responsible for all aspects of facilitating the search process and job postings for their assigned portfolio
Mentor and train talent acquisition staff
Provide expert consultation and expertise of the unit's activities to develop and implement recruitment plans targeted to pertinent applicant populations
Analyze recruitment trends and recommend proactive measures, leading internal branding and advertising strategies for talent acquisition
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a field closely related to the position
Four (4) years (48 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties
Demonstrated experience working with employee management systems and /or other HR reporting tools
Experience researching and interpreting HR and or related policies
Preferred
Demonstrated HR support and coordination experience within a higher education setting
Experience with classification and compensation, including salary analysis and internal equity assessments
Extensive, progressive HR experience with strong skills in policy research, interpretation, and recommendation-making
Proven ability to lead full-cycle recruitment for staff and faculty roles
Skilled in advising supervisors and HR partners on job descriptions, career pathways, and policy application
Strong training and documentation skills, including developing and delivering HR guidance
Effective project manager capable of handling multiple concurrent searches and initiatives
Background working in unionized environments, including interpreting collective bargaining agreements
Relevant HR certifications (e.g., SHRM, HRCI)
Working knowledge of Civil Service classifications, rules, and employment structures
Ability to analyze and interpret HR data to inform decisions and policy development
Proven track record of customer service to a broad range of clients
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities effectively
Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment in escalating or resolving issues
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Collaborative team member skilled at building positive working relationships
Commitment to creating an inclusive environment
Knowledge of university HR policies, procedures, and systems (e.g., BANNER, HRFE, Cornerstone, JDxpert, I‑9 Tracker, ANA, PARIS, Webi) and ability to learn new systems and applications
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
A Retirement Plan
Paid time Off
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Company
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development.
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Funding
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