Talent Acquisition Coordinator

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
 

Grade: Services 207

Pay Range: $24.32 - $35.28

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative support to university recruiting efforts by working closely with Talent Acquisition Partners (recruiters) to ensure that all positions are filled in the appropriate time frame. They will schedule, coordinate, and facilitate the interviewing process.

This individual contributes to the accomplishment of recruiting practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes professionalism, strict confidentiality, productivity and standards, objectivity and responsiveness/customer service.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provides support for the effective administration and coordination of employee recruiting and selection process.

• Schedules complex interview panels with senior stakeholders across the organization.

• Contributes to the candidate experience by providing exceptional communication along with a seamless interview process.

• Advances the internal and external talent brand through interaction with stakeholders and candidates.

• Responds in a timely manner to requests from talent partners, stakeholders, and candidates.

• Assists with recruiting and staffing logistics, such as preparing and posting job advertisements.

• Assists Recruiters in paper-screening of applications as needed.

• Participates in process and procedure enhancements in alignment with talent strategic initiatives.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities.  The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of talent acquisition practices and procedures.

• Highly detail-oriented and organized

• Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Effective time management skills

• Ability to influence and collaborate across departments.

• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Dedicated to excellent, accurate, and efficient customer service.

• Strict adherence to confidentiality

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required

• 5 years of talent acquisition and/or business office experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience using recruiting tools (Workday/Paradox preferred)

Travel:

This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.