Talent Acquisition Assistant

Job Summary

Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional with a passion for people and purpose? The Office of Talent Acquisition at the University of South Carolina is seeking a creative, goal-oriented individual to play a vital role in supporting our recruitment efforts and helping us attract top talent to our vibrant university community.In this position, youll be at the heart of our institution, working alongside a dedicated team of HR professionals who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and service. Youll provide essential administrative and customer service support that helps keep our operations running smoothly and our candidates and employees well cared for.

What Youll Do :

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for visitors and callers to the HR suite, including Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations.
• Manage communications emails, phone calls, and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
• Support applicants with the online application process and assist other customers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, schedules, and meeting logistics.
• Oversee office supplies and help resolve day-to-day operational needs.
• Perform key administrative duties within PeopleAdmin ATS, such as posting positions and reactivating applications.
• Contribute to ongoing initiatives, including the dissemination of underutilization letters to hiring managers.

What Were Looking For :

Why Join USC?

At the University of South Carolina, youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds and most accomplished professionals in higher education. Our community fosters innovation, growth, and collaboration.

Were proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Americas Best Employers and named a Best Place to Work because here, people matter.

Join us in shaping the future of talent at USC. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience. Required Certification, Licensure / Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Higher Education experience

Human Resources experience

Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook). Knowledge of principles and practices of human resource management. Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the program area of assignment and of agency policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to make and communicate decisions. Ability to analyze data and present ideas effectively. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to recognize needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively. Excellent verbal and written communications skills and creative problem-solving skills necessary. Job Duties Job Duty Provide assistance and administrative support for the Office of Talent Acquisition

Be a point of contact to assist employees, customers, HR contacts, and college / divisions, and other campuses

Assist customers with application issues in person and over the phone Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty Serve at the front desk greeting customers and answer all incoming calls and in-person inquiries for the Office of Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations Suite.

Manage multiple email accounts and forward emails to the appropriate parties.

Organize office and assist associates

Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner

Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information

Schedule and plan meetings and appointments

Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages

Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues

Maintain trusting relationships with customers and colleagues Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Perform duties in the PeopleAdmin ATS such as posting positions, closing positions, and reactivating applications

Assist with the dissemination of the underutilization letters to hiring managers Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Perform other duties as assigned. Assist with special projects and assignments for the Office of Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations. Essential Function No Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR Drug and Alcohol Testing.