Talent Acquisition Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details. This recruitment is for candidates with current or prior state experience. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Summary Working Title Working Title Talent Acquisition Specialist Role Title Role Title Human Resource Analyst I Role Code Role Code 19091-SW FLSA FLSA Exempt Pay Band Pay Band 04 Position Number Position Number 28300268 Agency Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Hiring Range Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience, maximum; $70,000 - $73,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category Full Time or Part Time Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule 40 hours, Monday-Friday and as needed. Sensitive Position Sensitive Position No Job Description Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population. Reynolds Community College is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and support the college’s recruitment and onboarding processes. This position plays a key role in ensuring a positive candidate experience and providing expert guidance to college administrators throughout the employment process. The Talent Acquisition Specialist ensures compliance with EEO /AA, VCCS , and DHRM requirements in the advertisement, screening, referral, selection, and hiring of full-time and part-time faculty, classified staff, and wage/hourly positions, as well as processing tasks for work-study personnel. Key Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes for all employee classifications. Advise hiring managers and administrators on recruitment strategies and compliance with employment regulations and institutional policies. Maintain recruitment records and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and VCCS requirements. Support continuous improvement in hiring practices and onboarding processes to promote equity, efficiency, and exceptional service. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, customer-focused HR professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to inclusive and equitable hiring practices. Reynolds provides a well-rounded benefits package designed to promote your health, flexibility, professional growth, and long-term success: Health Benefits: Competitive state health coverage options, including dental, vision, hearing, and premium rewards Retirement: Membership in the Virginia Retirement System ( VRS ), plus voluntary supplemental retirement options with employer contributions Paid Leave: Generous paid time off, including sick leave, personal leave, vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Options for medical and dependent care with pre-tax dollars Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ): Confidential support including legal, financial counseling, and up to four no-cost therapy visits per incident Professional Development: Tuition assistance, internal leadership programs, and advancement opportunities Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Required Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of human resources principles and practices, including recruitment, selection, classification/compensation, and payroll operations. Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations governing human resources functions. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures, analyze data, and present findings clearly and effectively. Proficiency in maintaining and generating reports from automated HR systems and databases. Ability to work independently and provide guidance and direction to all levels of college staff regarding assigned work areas. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment in resolving workplace issues accurately and timely. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex HR information clearly. Competency in using Microsoft products including Word, Excel, and other HR information systems. Additional Considerations Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise with college, VCCS , and DHRM policies as it relates to college employment matters. Operation of a State Vehicle Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel between college campuses, as needed. Posting Number Posting Number CLS_4752P Recruitment Type Recruitment Type State Employee Only - E Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/17/2026 Job Close Date Job Close Date 10/18/2026 Open Until Filled Open Until Filled No Agency Website Agency Website Contact Name Email Email View email address on click.appcast.io Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants This recruitment is for candidates with current or prior state experience. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io Additional Information The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please describe your experience managing hiring processes, leading search committees and onboarding employees. (Open Ended Question)
• I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to work in person. Yes

No * Are you a current Commonwealth of Virginia employee? Yes No

• Have you ever been employed full-time or part-time by Reynolds Community College or any institution within the Virginia Community College System (VCCS)?If yes, please specify the institution, your position title, and dates of employment: (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe your knowledge of recruitment and talent acquisition. (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents Unofficial Transcripts Alternative Hiring Process Letter SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency) #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Community Colleges