Job description
If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at
Human Resources
recruiting-u@smith.edu
.
Job Description
Job Summary
Attract the highest quality candidates to support the college mission and strategic plans. Execute on college recruitment strategies and generate a talent pipeline. Touch all phases of the recruitment life cycle including sourcing, screening, presentation, negotiation of employment offers, and coordination of on-boarding and pre-employment activities.
Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
This is a temporary position that is not eligible for benefits and will run through September 8, 2023.
Essential Functions
Talent Acquisition 85%
-
Work with the hiring manager and Human Resources Partner (HRP) to determine employment requisitions and develop targeted recruitment strategies to find the best qualified candidates.
-
Execute recruiting strategy, promote employer brand, diversity sourcing, and interview process management. Manage and prioritize multiple searches.
-
Manage communication with candidates and applicants; review resumes, prescreen candidates, and prepare applicants for interviewing.
-
Screen, interview, prepare candidate summaries, work with search committees and negotiate offers
-
Collaborate with HR operations to optimize Workday configurations in the recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes to create a best-in-class candidate experience.
-
Work closely with HR Partners to promote equity and inclusion priorities throughout the talent acquisition processes.
-
Educate and advise managers on appropriate interview techniques and protocol, offer negotiation, and other facets of the recruitment and hiring process.
-
Build a network of qualified passive candidates.
-
Conduct regular follow-up with managers and HRP to determine effectiveness of recruiting plans.
-
Coordinate and communicate movement of applicants through the system including reference checks and timely offers and response to non-selected candidates.
-
Ensure college and legal compliance with staffing procedures and processes.
-
Stay informed of the latest recruiting trends and apply innovative recruiting/sourcing techniques to ensure competitive state-of-the-art recruiting practices.
-
Track and report recruiting activities (candidates, open requisitions, applicant files, interviews, etc.) and key metrics designed to measure recruiting activities and quality of hires.
-
Make recommendations for improvement of recruitment related policies, practices, and procedures.
-
Responsible for accurate maintenance of recruitment documents and activities including but not limited to requisition, interview notes and candidate communication.
Onboarding 10%
-
Ensures all pre-hire, and new hire paperwork, including I-9 forms, State and Federal Tax forms and Company documents are accurately completed through Workday.
-
Offer support to new hires throughout the onboarding process
-
Conduct New Hire Orientations
Other Functions
Other Duties 5%
Other duties may be assigned or required for the performance of this position.
All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)
Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in talent acquisition or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
Experience working with diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Skills
Clear understanding of end to end recruitment life cycle processes.
Demonstrated expertise sourcing candidates.
Ability to manage competing demands while being extremely adaptable and flexible; must be organized and able to prioritize.
Thorough knowledge of employment laws, and other government compliance regulations that affect recruitment, selection, and employment.
Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.
You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.
Review of applications will begin
April 28, 2023
Compensation Grade:
Grade X Non-exempt
Position Type:
Fixed Term
About Smith College
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at
recruiting-u@smith.edu
.
Diversity and a culture of inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religions, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
smogtown13.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, smogtown13.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, smogtown13.com is the ideal place to find your next job.