About this role
Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.
The Office of Human Resources is currently accepting applications for a Recruiter position. The Recruiter provides recruitment expertise for designated divisions and departments. This position will collaborate with hiring teams to build engaging job postings and identify effective outreach strategies. In addition, the Recruiter will work closely with a variety of community partners and organizations to develop qualified applicant pools. Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.
Responsibilities and Duties
Responsibilities for the Recruiter include, but are not limited to the following:
Work closely with search committees on the full-cycle recruiting process for assigned divisions/departments, including:
Post New Positions: Ensure job announcement will attract top talent and is free of spelling and grammatical errors. Utilize best practices in recruitment and sourcing to reach a large candidate pool.
Recommend and Research Sourcing Options: Identify sourcing strategies that have produced high quality candidates for similar positions. Be well-versed and active with job boards and social networks to attract active and passive candidates.
Screen Applicants: Using thorough and consistent evaluation of candidate’s capabilities, provide a qualified applicant pool to hiring committee; partner with hiring manager to ensure job requirements are clear and candidates are appropriately assessed.
Review Final Offer Package: Ensure all interview materials are supportive of final candidate selection; ensure disposition codes are complete and accurate, and all interview notes, evaluations and references are received and in order.
Onboard New Hires: Guide new hires on the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition as a TU employee.
Strengthen recruitment outreach efforts by partnering with Workforce Development Coordinator and community organizations that engage potential candidates; build and maintain partnerships to broaden recruitment pipelines and enhance TU's presence as an employer of choice within diverse talent communities.
Create and share targeted, engaging LinkedIn job posts to attract qualified candidates, actively interact with potential applicants, and follow up with interested applicants to strengthen applicant pipelines.
With a focus on customer service, conduct ongoing training and technical support regarding automated hiring/applicant tracking system; partner with HRIS team on complex technical issues; and recommend solutions and updates to applicant tracking system for increased efficiency.
Represent Towson University at a variety of recruitment functions, such as job fairs, information sessions, and professional conferences.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree.
Two years of recruiting experience.
Experience in and understanding of active recruiting and building a qualified candidate pool.
Demonstrated experience in managing competing priorities and proactively following up with constituents.
Demonstrated understanding of practices and theories related to recruitment and selection.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a variety of audiences.
Ability to make presentations to individuals and large groups.
Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Demonstrated ability to apply attention to detail when reviewing, processing, and finalizing work products to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in HR or a related field.
PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
Experience with applicant tracking systems.
Experience developing outreach strategies.
Salary range of $65,000-$70,000 annually and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.
This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application.