[Hiring] Talent Acquisition Consultant @The University of Kansas Health System

Role Description

As a [Healthcare] Talent Acquisition Consultant, you have an ability for networking, connecting, and speaking with people in order to get to know candidates, understand them and build relationships. The Talent Acquisition Consultant is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, screening and will refer job candidates for job openings within the health system.

• Confers with management and supervisors to identify personnel needs, job specifications, job duties, qualifications, and skills.
• Assists in the development of recruitment programs to attract applicants and to fill specific openings.
• Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills.
• Demonstrates an active commitment to the mission and values of the hospital.
• Develops and maintains network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates.
• Initiates contact with possible qualified candidates for specific job openings.
• Reviews applications and interviews applicants to obtain work history, education, training, job skills, and salary requirements.
• Provides information about the organization and position.
• Screens and refers candidates for additional interviews with others in the organization.
• Writes ads and creates ad campaigns.
• Reviews and approves online screening questions related to job descriptions.
• Plans/coordinates participation in job fairs.
• Develops and maintains contacts with schools, alumni groups, and other public organizations to find and attract applicants.
• Oversees Recruitment Tech areas, involvement in hiring, coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action.
• Works with external recruiters and employment agencies to identify and recruit applicants.
• Utilizes online internet recruiting sources to identify and recruit applicants.
• Requests background checks, employment references, and education verification on candidates.
• Coordinates the pre-employment process with candidates.
• Serves as a resource for other recruiters and is responsible for training new staff.
• Assists Manager/Director with the review and improvement of employment processes.
• Under general direction of Manager/Director, recommends changes to policies, processes, and procedures.
• Brings ideas/concerns to Manager/Director; participates in department decision-making.
• Helps manage and track overall project issues.
• Proactively monitors projects and works collaboratively with team members, customers, and vendors.
• Coordinates and oversees special projects as requested by Manager/Director.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in related field of study from an accredited college or university OR
• Associates Degree in related field of study from an accredited college or university with 2 years of experience (4 years combined).
• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of direct recruitment experience.

Requirements

• Recruitment experience in healthcare (preferred).
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) - Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) (preferred).
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) (preferred).
• Excellent communications skills and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to multi-task and effectively manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with executives, management, and employees of the hospital.

Benefits

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.
• Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to legally-protected status.
• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.