Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Location
- Fayetteville, AR
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
- Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
- Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students."
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- Closing Date: 11/16/2026
- Type of Position: Talent Acquisition
- Workstudy Position: No
- Job Type: Regular
- Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
- Sponsorship Available: No
- Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
Department: Recruitment and Workforce Management
Summary of Job Duties
The Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the mission of the University of Arkansas by partnering with campus departments to deliver full-cycle recruitment and proactive, strategic talent acquisition. This position manages job postings, sources and assesses candidates, consults with hiring managers, and executes recruitment-related Workday HCM transactions. The Specialist helps position the University as an Employer of Choice and ensures an exceptional experience for candidates and hiring managers.
Key responsibilities include
- Talent Sourcing: Identify and engage candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
- Candidate Assessment: Screen and evaluate candidates based on established job qualifications, relevant experience, position requirements, and other job-related selection criteria.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Partners to develop recruitment plans aligned with university objectives.
- Employer Branding: Promote the University of Arkansas as an attractive employer to enhance its reputation and attract top talent.
- Talent Pipelining: Build and maintain a pipeline of candidates for future opportunities.
- Data Analysis: Track and report on recruitment metrics, including pool size, time to fill, and turnover.
- Candidate Experience: Provide a positive, professional experience from initial contact through onboarding.
- Compliance: Ensure recruitment processes comply with employment laws and university policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.
- At least two years of talent acquisition or other recruiting experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Human Resources or recruiting experience in higher education
- At least four years of talent acquisition or other recruiting experience
- Experience with Workday HCM
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of full-cycle recruiting practices, strategies, and methodologies
- Understanding of employment branding principles
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Skill in developing recruitment plans based on unit needs, candidate availability, and market conditions
- Ability to manage multiple searches and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to partner strategically with HR Partners, hiring managers, and leadership as a trusted advisor
- Ability to build and maintain strong hiring manager relationships
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status
- Recruitment Contact Information: Crystal Ellis. Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist
- All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
- Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
- The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community.
- We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment.
- Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.
- For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening.
Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
- Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
- All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
- Constant Physical Activity: N/A
- Frequent Physical Activity: N/A
- Occasional Physical Activity: N/A
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.
Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
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