Director of Talent

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $135K - $145K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ September 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Director of Talent. The role involves leading a transformative approach to talent acquisition and employee development, overhauling recruitment strategies, enhancing candidate experience, and building a dynamic talent strategy aligned with the university's mission. The director will lead a team of talent professionals, drive innovation, promote inclusivity, and ensure operational excellence across the employee lifecycle.

Highlights

Redesign recruitment strategy, policy, and processes to improve efficiency, transparency, equity, and equal opportunity.
Lead and mentor a team including Talent Acquisition Specialists and HR professionals.
Develop and implement data-driven sourcing strategies and recruitment marketing campaigns.
Oversee learning and development programs including leadership development and onboarding.
Collaborate on workforce planning and use analytics to assess recruitment effectiveness and retention.
Partner with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion leaders to embed inclusive practices in talent management.
Use tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, HRIS, and applicant tracking systems including Workday Recruiting.
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of progressive HR experience with leadership in talent acquisition.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in a related field, HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR), and experience in higher education or public sector HR.
Anticipated salary range is $135,000 to $145,000 per year.