Talent Acquisition Partner for Academic Affairs

Join Our Team as a Talent Acquisition Partner!

The Center for Human Resources at San Diego State University provides exceptional customer-focused human resources services that support the universitys mission and foster a positive inclusive environment for all faculty and staff. As our Talent Acquisition Partner supporting the Division of Academic Affairs youll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of SDSU by helping departments across all seven colleges the university library and academic support units attract hire and retain talented staff and management professionals who advance our academic mission.

Reporting to the Assistant HR Director for Employment Services with a dotted-line relationship to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Financial Operations youll lead the full talent acquisition lifecycle from strategic planning and outreach through onboarding. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys both the strategic and hands-on sides of recruiting and thrives in a collaborative high-impact environment.

What Youll Do :

Be a Strategic Partner : Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers providing expert guidance on recruitment strategies market trends and hiring best practices.

Lead the Talent Team : Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to two Recruiters ensuring consistent high-quality recruitment across all departments.

Drive Innovative Recruitment : Implement creative sourcing strategies and proactive outreach to build a robust talent pipeline and engage diverse high-performing candidates.

Champion Inclusive Hiring : Promote equitable and transparent recruitment practices that align with CSUs EEO and nondiscrimination principles and reflect SDSUs commitment to belonging.

Collaborate Across HR : Partner with Classification & Compensation Employee Relations and HR Analytics to ensure a coordinated compliant and data-driven approach to hiring.

Use Data to Drive Results : Track key recruitment metrics analyze trends and make informed recommendations to improve efficiency and candidate experience.

Shape the Candidate Experience : Ensure that every interaction from first contact to onboarding reflects SDSUs values of respect service and excellence.

Why Join Us

Meaningful Impact : Help attract the talented professionals who power SDSUs academic excellence and student success.

Collaborative Culture : Join a supportive HR team that values connection learning and growth.

Innovation & Growth : Be part of a university evolving with the future of work embracing creativity analytics and continuous improvement.

Work-Life Balance : Enjoy hybrid flexibility with both on-campus collaboration and telecommuting options.

Position Information

This is a full-time at-will role offering comprehensive benefits.

Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.

This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego after the training period.

Department Summary

The Center for Human Resources is committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives experiences and backgrounds strengthen our community and enhance our ability to serve others effectively. Key service areas include Benefits Services Employment Services HR Services HRIS Labor & Employee Relations and Payroll Services.

We strive to

Create a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued and supported.

Listen and learn to better understand and respond to the needs of our community.

Encourage open respectful dialogue that promotes inclusion and mutual understanding.

Provide equitable access to opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

For more information regarding the Center for Human Resources click here

The Division of Academic Affairs at San Diego State University advances the universitys academic mission by supporting excellence in teaching research scholarship and creative activities across all colleges and academic units. Led by the Provost and Senior Vice President Academic Affairs includes SDSUs seven colleges the University Library and a wide range of academic support departments and centers that serve students faculty and staff.

For more information regarding Academic Affairs click here.

Education and Experience

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in full-cycle recruitment talent acquisition or human resources.

Key Qualifications

• Working knowledge and understanding of HR policies employment laws regulations and best practices in recruitment and selection.

Proficiency with PageUp applicant tracking systems PeopleSoft HRIS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Demonstrated success in using data analytics to drive recruitment strategy and improve hiring outcomes.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build partnerships across diverse groups and organizational levels

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. But thats just the beginning! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance :

Generous Leave Benefits : Enjoy 15 paid holidays 24 vacation days and 12 sick days per year.

Retirement Security : Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan plus retiree healthcare benefits.

Comprehensive Health Coverage : Access a variety of health dental and vision plans at no or low cost to you.

Educational Opportunities : Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.

Voluntary Benefits : Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance Life and Disability Insurances a Legal Plan Pet Insurance and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

The expected hiring range for this position is $80000-$90000 annually

SDSU Values

At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

This position is open to current SDSU employees only. Apply by October 30 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H-1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and / or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Casie Martinez at

Key Skills

Illustration,Defence,HVAC,AJAX,Drafting,Customer Development

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 80000 - 90000