Human Resources Consultant

Job Description The HR Consultant provides consultation and coaching to hiring managers within assigned divisions/campuses, ensuring consistent application of policies, procedures and guidelines. The HR Consultant partners with hiring managers to build collegial working relationships while meeting business needs, maintaining compliance, and attracting and retaining a well‑qualified, diverse workforce. Duties and Tasks Serve as a specialist in recruitment and selection processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, DHRM, VCCS, and NOVA policies and procedures. Guide and assist hiring managers and interview committees with the college’s hiring process, relevant policies, and applicable state and federal law. Advise managers on the use of NATS, NOVA’s Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin), and other applicable systems. Partner with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions (EWPs) and job requisitions (NOVs) to attract and hire key talent. Administer job postings and hires in the applicant tracking system. Provide guidance and assistance to college administrators regarding the full hiring process, including successful interview methods and techniques. Assist managers with writing competency‑based interview questions. Review recruitment and selection documentation to ensure equitable, fair, and compliant hiring practices. Market NOVA to recruit a diverse, well‑qualified applicant pool and ensure compliance with EEO/AA, DHRM, VCCS, and college policies in the advertisement, screening, referral, selection, and hiring of staff. Prescreen new‑hire onboarding documentation and facilitate the processing of all employment actions. Key Skills and Knowledge (KSA's) Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruitment, selection, and compensation. Knowledge of principles and procedures for providing customer service, including meeting quality standards for service and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Detail oriented and well‑organized. Strong critical and analytical thinking skills; reading comprehension to understand and interpret written policies and procedures. Highly effective communication skills and ability to perform work consistently with accuracy and close attention to detail. Proficiency in the use of a PC, software applications, and standard office equipment; knowledge of MS Office, HRIS systems, and applicant tracking systems. Ability to research and resolve complex issues; articulate complex topics; prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Exercise discretion, ensure a high level of confidentiality, and establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students, and the general public. Minimum Qualifications Experience as an HR coordinator or comparable generalist or coordinator responsibility. Some customer service and forward‑facing experience. Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with a decentralized customer base is highly desirable. Preferred Qualifications Human Resources PHR/SHRM‑CP certification. Work experience in higher education and/or public sector. Experience interpreting and applying the Virginia Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) and/or VCCS policies and procedures, and experience working with PeopleAdmin. Special Instructions for Applicants In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter. Service‑Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use the following link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr