Recruitment Operations Specialist - CAES

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North Carolina A&T State University is hiring a Recruitment Operations Specialist - CAES. The role involves serving as an employment consultant handling recruitment, screening, and selection approval for SHRA and EHRA non-faculty positions in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. The specialist will provide consultation, training, and collaborate with HR and hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies, refine hiring processes, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university policies.

Highlights

Consult on recruitment, screening, and selection for non-faculty positions in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.

Provide training on recruitment policies, procedures, and best practices to campus managers.

Collaborate with HR Managers, Consultants in Classification and Compensation, and departmental hiring managers.

Develop and implement recruiting strategies and refine hiring workflows to improve operational efficiency.

Work specifically with Agricultural Research and Cooperative Extension positions.

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of professional HR management experience required; additional recruitment experience preferred.

Preferred familiarity with North Carolina state and UNC system recruitment policies; professional HR certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are a plus.

Technical aptitude to quickly learn new systems and use innovative recruitment techniques.

Permanent, full-time exempt position with a salary range of $41,379 to $53,500; hybrid work arrangement eligible.

Part of the Division of Human Resources, collaborating with HR for Academic Affairs and the Talent Solutions team at N.C. A&T State University.

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You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position	This position serves as an employment consultant for all matters associated with the recruitment, screening, and selection approval of SHRA and EHRA non-faculty employees in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, specifically Agricultural Research and Cooperative Extension positions. A primary responsibility of this role will be to provide professional consultation and training on recruitment policies, procedures, and best practices to campus managers engaged in the process of hiring employees in these classifications. This position will be instrumental in building our professional and support staff workforce and maintaining compliance to all federal, state, and university system employment policies. This individual will be responsible for working closely with other HR Managers and Consultants in Class and Comp to ensure that recruitment efforts align with the University’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. The Talent Solutions Consultant will work with the Director of HR for Academic Affairs and departmental hiring managers in planning, developing, and implementing recruiting strategies. This position will be responsible for the refinement of hiring processes and work flows to support operational efficiency. The position will collaborate with HR for Academic Affairs and Talent Solutions team members to evaluate and streamline processes and develop innovative recruitment strategies to create diverse high-quality candidate pools based on current and future University needs.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top-five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation. Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network. The Department of Human Resources (DHR) provides comprehensive programs and services to support, attract, and retain high-performing faculty and staff at the University, as well as to develop an interdisciplinary workforce to effectively serve the University in support of its mission. DHR at North Carolina A&T is committed to serving as a strategic partner by providing comprehensive service, excellence, engagement, and knowledge to the University community. We desire to support a culture of uncompromising expectation that will enable the University to attract, retain, and develop faculty and staff of the future while developing a culture across the campus community. HR for Academic Affairs (HRAA) is responsible for the infrastructure and business processes associated with employee recruitment, onboarding, position design and management, compensation alignment, and career progression review of instructional and research faculty. HRAA team members consult with University departments/units concerning talent needs and strategies for staffing and improved organizational effectiveness. In collaboration with the Academic, Budget, and Planning office, this team provides oversight to all faculty HR matters, including permanent faculty and part-time instructors. The mission is to assist in the continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures, and programs to deliver innovative and contemporary solutions consistent with the University’s strategic initiatives.
Minimum Requirements	Bachelor’s degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Prefer an additional 2 years of experience in recruitment/employment/talent solutions. Demonstrated experience in developing and utilizing creative/innovative recruitment techniques. Recruitment experience in a higher education setting. Familiarity with State of North Carolina and UNC system policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations with regard to recruitment, selection, and employment Relevant professional certification(s) such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related. Excellent technical skills and demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.	Hybrid (Employees are working part-time in the office to perform job tasks that require on-campus engagement, and the remaining time at home)

Position Information

Working Title	Recruitment Operations Specialist - CAES
Position Number	007593
Recruitment Salary Range	$41,379 - $53,500
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	VC for Human Resources
Organizational Location	Human Resources
Organizational Unit	VC for Human Resources

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA3147
Open Date	07/23/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled	08/07/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available	August 3, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicant	You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link	https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41072

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
Other Document
Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
Other Degree - Copy of transcripts

Contact Division of Human Resources
Phone: (336) 334-7862
Fax: (336) 285-2799
Email: [email protected]

1806 E. Market Street, Suite 401, Greensboro, NC 27401

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