Human Resources Associate - Talent Acquisition

Human Resources Associate - Talent AcquisitionGeorgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.The Human Resources Associate - Talent Acquisition supports recruitment and administrative functions, including candidate engagement, event coordination, and compliance with university policies. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to manage inquiries, handle background checks, and enhance recruitment efforts through social media and relationship building.Responsibilities include serving as the primary point of contact for walk-in candidates, assisting them with application and pre-employment processes, while also providing support via phone calls and recruitment events. Process background check requests for personnel recruited outside of the HRIS system, create job opening requests, verify candidate eligibility for job offers, and submit requests for hiring manager access as needed. Monitor and respond to MyHelp inquiries, route tickets, answer general questions, and escalate complex issues to team members. Manage inventory of Talent Acquisition supplies, equipment, and promotional materials. Assist in organizing recruitment events, primary lead in managing weekly open lab sessions, and handle space and vehicle reservations. Represent the university at career fairs and outreach events. Develop and create social media content to enhance the university's recruitment efforts and online presence. Foster and maintain relationships with campus departments and stakeholders and provide backup support to the Talent Acquisition Coordinator and team.Required Qualifications include educational requirements of a High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) or more years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications include specialized knowledge in Human Resources, experience explaining employee policies and procedures, and experience with customer service.Proposed Salary is $18.12 per hour. This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.Required Documents to Attach include a Resume, Cover Letter, and Two (2) Professional References.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include consistently exhibiting engaging customer service, proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position, ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information, proficiency with HR information systems, ability to work independently and as part of a team, adherence to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success, effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills, excellent organizational and time management skills.Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Proof of valid driver's license upon and throughout employment.Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: View phone number on click.appcast.io.