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University of Rhode Island

Director of Talent

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $135K - $145K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ October 16th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Director of Talent. This role involves leading the transformation of talent acquisition and employee development by redesigning recruitment strategies, enhancing candidate experience, and building a dynamic talent strategy. The Director will manage a team, promote innovation, inclusivity, and operational excellence across the employee lifecycle to support URI's mission.

Highlights
  • Redesign and modernize recruitment strategy and processes ensuring equal opportunity and equity.
  • Lead and mentor a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists and other HR professionals.
  • Develop employer branding and implement data-driven sourcing and recruitment marketing campaigns.
  • Oversee design and evaluation of training programs including leadership development and onboarding.
  • Collaborate with leadership for workforce planning and use analytics to improve recruitment effectiveness and retention.
  • Partner with equity and diversity offices to embed inclusive practices in recruitment and development.
  • Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree, minimum 7 years progressive HR experience with leadership, expertise in recruitment transformation, and experience with applicant tracking systems such as Workday.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR), and experience in higher education HR.
  • Anticipated salary range: $135,000 - $145,000 annually.
  • Position is full-time, exempt, non-union, and based at URI's Kingston campus with hybrid work flexibility and occasional travel.