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University of Rhode Island

Director of Talent

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $135K - $145K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ November 18th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Director of Talent. The role involves leading a comprehensive transformation of talent acquisition and employee development processes, improving recruitment strategies, mentoring a talent team, and fostering a culture of inclusion and operational excellence to support the university's mission as a leading public research institution.

Highlights
  • Redesign and modernize recruitment strategies, policies, and processes to promote efficiency, transparency, and equity.
  • Lead and mentor a team including Talent Acquisition Specialists and HR professionals.
  • Develop and implement data-driven sourcing strategies and recruitment marketing campaigns.
  • Oversee design, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development programs, including leadership training and onboarding.
  • Collaborate with HR Business Partners and leadership for workforce planning and talent strategy.
  • Embed inclusive and equitable hiring practices in partnership with Diversity and Equal Opportunity offices.
  • Use Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, HRIS, database management, spreadsheet software, and applicant tracking systems such as Workday.
  • Requires Bachelor's degree and minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience with leadership in talent acquisition.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree, HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR), and experience in higher education or public sector HR.
  • Anticipated salary range: $135,000 - $145,000 annually; full-time, exempt professional staff position.