Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Human Resources Department is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. The incumbent will play a key role in developing and executing effective recruiting strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent across a variety of departments. This position requires strong knowledge of full-cycle recruitment, applicant sourcing, compliance with employment laws, and the ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and HR colleagues. This position will recruit for faculty and staff positions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding for both staff and faculty.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess workforce needs, develop proactive sourcing strategies, and establish effective recruitment strategies.
• Utilize various sourcing methods such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and community partnerships to identify qualified candidates.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and ensure accurate and timely documentation throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in community outreach and networking events to promote the organization as an employer of choice.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on hiring activity, time-to-fill, and candidate pipeline progress.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation of new employees to ensure a positive transition experience.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in recruitment and outreach efforts.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Work Environment : This position operates in a clinic / office environment requiring accuracy under tight deadlines. The Talent Acquisition Specialist interacts frequently with managers, faculty, and staff across departments and must demonstrate discretion, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Why You'll Love Working Here :

At USC, we take pride in creating the best employee experience because when our people thrive, so does our mission.

You'll enjoy :

At USC, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion because innovation thrives when everyone feels welcome. Join the Trojan Family, where great minds come together to make a global impact.

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