Talent Acquisition Specialist I

Job Summary The University Human Resource Management department is seeking a Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist I to join a small but mighty Talent Acquisition Team. This entry-level talent acquisition professional supports recruitment operations in a decentralized organization. Reporting to the Associate Director of Talent Management, the TA Specialist supports HR Service teams and external job seekers in maintaining an efficient, compliant and effective hiring experience at the University of Utah. The TA Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert on recruitment best practices, systems, and internal standard operating procedures. The TA specialist will maintain employment brand and recruitment outreach projects such as attending job fairs and developing relationships with applicants, hiring managers and external talent partners. Benefits The University of Utah offers a generous benefits package to qualifying employees: At the University of Utah, your pay is just one part of your total compensation. Building your career at the University of Utah means more than earning a paycheck. It's a meaningful investment in your future, your well-being, and your community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're dedicated to supporting their journey every step of the way. This comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower every aspect of your life, including health and financial security, education, personal development, and everyday perks. We are committed to investing in our people, which is why our benefits are built to support your success. Here's what you can expect: Excellent health, dental, and wellness coverage at affordable rates 14.2% retirement contributions 11 paid Holidays per year Generous paid leave time, including paid parental leave Flexible spending accounts 50% tuition reduction for employee after completing probationary period, and spouse, and dependent children after three years Free transit on most UTA services A Wellness Program to promote health and quality of life Growth and professional development opportunities Staff perks, including access to Red Butte Garden, UMFA, and Natural History Museum of Utah Discounts on a variety of products & services, including athletic events, cell phone plans, Hyatt legal plans, auto, home, accident, & pet insurance, health & fitness, restaurants, retail, travel, & more We encourage you to explore and compare our total compensation package. You can use the U's total compensation estimator to calculate the approximate value of your total compensation at: If you have any questions on how to use the estimator tool, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu Responsibilities Support hiring teams in building a recruitment plan or developing recruitment related materials to ensure quality candidates that meet needs. Provide exceptional support to job seekers and hiring managers via phone, email, or in person. Serve as subject matter expert on Applicant Tracking system. Maintain recruitment procedure SOPs, hiring guides, and support implementation of new recruitment related technology. Support Talent Acquisition operations by regularly maintaining and auditing job postings, advertising requests, and metrics related to talent acquisition university-wide. Comply with organization policy and government regulatory guidelines. Maintain SOPs or trainings related to recruitment compliance. Support regular audits to ensure departmental compliance. Define and implement sourcing strategies to build pipelines of potential candidates. Maintain applicant special handling list and veterans' preference request. Source, screen, attract, interview and hire candidates for the University of Utah Human Resource Management and any other assigned departments. Support onboarding, training, and talent management processes for incoming university staff. Coordinate and attend community outreach events such as internal and external career fairs, school visits, etc. with the intention of building a talent pipeline. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: P21791 Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree. Related work experience may include performing employee or applicant related functions, analyzing and presenting data, training or onboarding staff, and developing relationships with stakeholders. Preferences Experience working in an applicant tracking system or HRIS system. Experience working in employee recruitment, employee onboarding, or talent management. Ability to be the face of the organization for talent acquisition- providing applicants or hiring teams with information highlighting the organization as an employer of choice. Ability to develop strong interpersonal alliances at appropriate levels both within and outside the organization. Communicates well with customers and applicants in a way that builds relationships and enhances the candidate and hiring manager experience. Bilingual Special Instructions Requisition Number: PRN45717B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Any staff hired must have the ability to live and work in the State of Utah within a commutable distance of our office. This is a hybrid position expected to work at least one day per week at our downtown SLC office. Department: 00410 - Human Resources Location: Other Pay Rate Range: 50,000-53,000 Close Date: 08/07/2026 Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Utah