Talent Acquisition Partner - 100% Remote Opportunity

About the Role

Herzing University is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to support its recruitment needs and help build a high-performing workforce aligned with the institution's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

In this role, you will work closely with senior management and hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, develop effective sourcing strategies, build relationships with prospective candidates, and manage the full recruitment lifecycle. You will also contribute to hiring decisions, discuss and evaluate new-hire compensation, monitor recruitment performance, and provide a positive experience for applicants and internal stakeholders.

This is a remote position for employees residing in the United States. The university does not permit remote work arrangements from outside the country. Occasional travel may be required for conferences, recruitment activities, campus visits, and team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including resume sourcing, phone screenings, interviews, reference checks, and extending offers.
• Collaborate with senior management and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop proactive, innovative recruitment processes and sourcing strategies.
• Develop and manage recruitment strategies for assigned markets, prioritizing requirements and resolving urgent hiring challenges.
• Maintain a high-volume pipeline of active and passive candidates through the applicant tracking system.
• Continuously review and improve recruitment processes while sharing talent acquisition trends and insights with senior management.
• Create a positive candidate experience while representing the assigned campus, department, and university.
• Monitor industry trends and use labor market information to strengthen candidate sourcing strategies.
• Use job boards, social media, and platforms such as LinkedIn, HigherEdJobs, and Indeed to build and maintain a network of prospective candidates.
• Promote the benefits of working at Herzing University and communicate opportunities to qualified candidates.
• Track and report recruitment key performance indicators (KPIs) for assigned requisitions.
• Support discussions and evaluations related to new-hire compensation.
• Build relationships with prospective talent and maintain effective recruitment sources while identifying new ways to attract qualified candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or closely related field. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a formal degree.
• 2–4 years of experience in a dedicated human resources role focused on recruiting or talent acquisition, preferably in higher education or an academic environment.
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Knowledge of recruitment principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• HR or Talent Acquisition certifications are an advantage.

Preferred Location

• Candidates residing in one of the university's three preferred regions: Midwest, South, or Florida.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $66,700–$78,450.
• Compensation is determined based on the qualifications, experience, and circumstances of each hire.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, a tuition waiver and reimbursement program, and a retirement savings plan.

About Herzing University

Herzing University is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and collegial environment where individuals are treated with mutual respect. The institution values the contributions of its community members and works to ensure that employees feel heard, supported, and empowered to contribute to the university's effectiveness.

Physical Requirements & Travel

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for most of the workday.
• Ability to occasionally move around the work location.
• Approximately 10–15% travel, including campus visits, recruiting events, and professional networking.
• Regular use of office and teaching equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and audiovisual equipment.
• Frequent use of voice and hearing to communicate with students, staff, and colleagues in person or by telephone.
• Ability to visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess.
• Ability to occasionally move, carry, or lift up to 10 pounds.

Additional Information

• Remote work arrangements are available only to employees residing in the United States. Working remotely from outside the U.S. is not permitted.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Herzing University does not currently sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.
• Current Herzing University staff, faculty, and adjunct employees must apply internally through UKG by navigating to Menu > My Company > View Opportunities.
• Herzing University is an equal opportunity employer and recruits and hires without discrimination based on skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQI2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
• The university prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity it operates. Questions or concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator.
• Applicants are entitled to rights under applicable federal employment laws. Further information is available through the Department of Labor's Know Your Rights notice.