Talent Acquisition Specialist

🇺🇸 Hybrid - New Brunswick, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $62K - $65K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ January 8th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist. The specialist will develop recruitment strategies, collaborate with hiring managers to attract top talent, manage job postings, oversee onboarding, and serve as a liaison regarding employment policies while fostering relationships to build talent pipelines.

Highlights

Consults with client departments to create effective recruitment strategies for current and upcoming vacancies.
Collaborates with hiring managers to develop sourcing plans and craft messaging to attract candidates.
Evaluates candidate qualifications and manages job postings using Applicant Tracking System.
Builds relationships with university career services, student groups, and campus resources to develop talent pipelines.
Applies university policies for background checks and pre-employment screenings.
Negotiates offers, drafts offer letters, and oversees onboarding processes.
Provides guidance to hiring managers and staff on staffing procedures and compliance.
Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and two years of human resource management experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems is needed.
Salary range: $62,129 - $65,000 with a comprehensive benefits package.