Recruiter I, Human Resources

External Applicants: 

Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials specified in the job description.

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• Navigate to the "My Experience" application page.

• Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.

• Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.

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Job Description Summary

Talented and motivated professional who works independently to perform full lifecycle recruiting that supports the vision and implementation of the proactive recruitment and retention strategy of the Human Resources team. The Recruiter will also sustain and advance the University’s diversity recruitment strategy and consistently deliver upon best practices for search and selection in a higher education environment.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Engages with a team of talented professionals who seek to create the best experience for applicants and hiring managers to enable Wake Forest to attract top talent.
• Consults with departmental leaders/hiring managers to create hiring plans and objectives to meet hiring needs.
• Builds applicant sources through traditional and creative recruiting, such as researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites; provides organization information, opportunities, and benefits; makes presentations; maintains rapport.
• Represents the University at career fairs and other networking events, highlighting the benefits of working at Wake Forest and living in the Winston-Salem area.
• Evaluates the job description and qualifications; demonstrates a thorough understanding of the day-to-day expectations for the position.
• Reviews applicant qualifications; provides recommendations to hiring managers regarding applications and selection process; conducts individual and committee interviews when need arises.
• Delivers on established recruitment metrics, with a target of filling requisitions within 60 days.
• Embraces opportunities to continually enhance the recruitment experience through innovation and process improvement.
• Mitigates risk for the University by understanding current legislation; enforces regulations with managers.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to create a strong first impression through the recruitment process for each applicant by being self-directed, detail-oriented, and driven to find the best applicants.
• Strong work ethic, integrity and personal accountability; ability to use independent judgment, manage sensitive information, and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Experience with full lifecycle recruiting, including sourcing, networking, screening, and negotiation; aptitude to interact with all levels of management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; strong editing and proofreading skills; and strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills; ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Knowledge of customer service standards, and the ability to project a cooperative and professional demeanor while working with a wide range of constituencies in a dynamic and diverse community.
• Ability to excel in a fast paced, deadline driven environment; self-directed with the ability to work collaboratively or individually.
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Workday experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, Google applications.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Experience in higher education and/or recruiting. 
• PHR/SPHR certification.
• General knowledge of HR functions and employment laws, guidelines, and procedures.

Note:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.  

 

Accommodations for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.