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Position Title: Talent Management Specialist

School/Division: Human Resources (division)

Office: Human Resources

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Description:

• Serves as a first point of contact for managers and employees on talent acquisition matters, workplace concerns, University policies, and best practices in employee relations.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for the University's Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin), providing training to hiring managers, ensuring compliance with internal procedures, and coordinating and implementing system enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.
• Coordinates the posting of all positions in the Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin), partnering with hiring managers to review and enhance job descriptions for accuracy, clarity, and competitiveness to effectively attract qualified candidates.
• Manages full-cycle recruitment for L 153 Union and assigned administrative positions, including candidate screening, pre-employment testing, interview coordination, reference checks, and extending offers.
• Supports workplace investigations, prepares documentation and recommendations, and ensures appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Provides coaching and guidance to supervisors on managing performance, conducting difficult conversations, and addressing behavioral or performance concerns.Collaborates with HR leadership to develop and implement employee engagement strategies that enhance retention, morale, and organizational culture.
• Assists in the design and implementation of performance review processes, including training and consultation with managers and employees.
• Partners with HR leadership to develop and deliver training on sexual harassment prevention, Title IX, effective performance management, respectful workplace practices, and other related topics.
• Oversees temporary staffing requests, agencies, and needs.
• Manages the Talent Acquisition inbox, ensuring timely responses and resolutions to internal and external inquiries.
• Participates in recruiting events such as job fairs to promote University employment opportunities.
• Oversees unemployment claims administration for the University to include processing claims, reviewing monthly charges, responding to inquiries, preparing internal reports and auditing unemployment claims on a monthly basis
• Assists with HR projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive human resources generalist experience, preferably with a focus on employee relations and recruitment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Customer-service orientation with a collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education or other mission-driven, service-focused settings preferred.
• Knowledge of PeopleAdmin ATS and Ellucian Banner systems.
• Experience developing job descriptions and recruitment strategies in competitive markets.
• Training in conflict resolution, performance coaching, or employee engagement strategies.
• Familiarity with EEO, ADA, and other employment-related compliance requirements.

EEO Statement:

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

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