Human Resources Consultant

Posting Details Classification Information Classification Type: EHRA Position Overview This position serves as an HR consultant for all matters associated with the recruitment, screening, and selection approval of Faculty, full-time and part-time. 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 faculty. 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. The HR 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 workflows to support operational efficiency. The position will evaluate and streamline processes and develop innovative recruitment strategies to create unique, high-quality candidate pools based on current and future University needs. Primary Function of Organizational Unit North Carolina A&T State University is a premiere doctoral research university, rated R2-High Research Activity in the Carnegie Classification of Higher Education Institutions. Located in the historic city of Greensboro in the heart of America's no. 1 state for business, A&T today enrolls 13,800 students in a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs who are supported by more than 2,400 faculty, staff, and temporary employees. The university is the no. 1 producer of Black STEM graduates, and over the past two years, has graduated more African American students in Engineering, Liberal Arts, Journalism/Mass Communication, and Agricultural Science than any university in America. The Division 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. It is our 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 development culture across the campus community. HR for Academic Affairs 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. HR for Academic Affairs team members consult with University departments/units concerning talent needs and strategies for staffing and improved organizational effectiveness. In collaboration with Academic, Budget and Planning office, this team provides oversight to all faculty HR matters, to include 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 Knowledge of Federal and State employment and hiring laws and regulations. Prefer an additional two years' of experience in compensation and recruitment strategies. Experience working in applicant tracking systems (PeopleAdmin) preferred and Banner. Relevant professional certification(s) such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related. Recruitment and compensation experience in a higher education setting. Skills: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, organizational and time management skills; competency in MS Office with particular focus on Word and Excel; ability to work with sensitive confidential data and information. Project management, conflict resolution. Adaptability to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and dealing with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. Remote/Hybrid Work Arrangement Hybrid (Employees are working part‑time in the office to perform job tasks that require on‑campus engagement, and the remaining time at home) Appointment Details Working Title: Human Resources Consultant Position Number: 000038 Recruitment Salary Range: "Commensurate with education and experience" FLSA: Exempt Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track: No FTE: 40 hours/week, 12 months Organizational Division: VC for Human Resources Organizational Location: Human Resources Organizational Unit: VC for Human Resources Posting Dates Open Date: 09/04/2026 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled: 11/06/2026 Open Until Filled: No Date Position Available: October 1, 2026 Benefits 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 Remote/Hybrid Eligibility Note 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. Equal Opportunity Statement North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affianting 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University