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Part-time Talent Acquisition Recruiter - Talent & Culture

Part-time Talent Acquisition Recruiter - Talent & Culture

West Virginia UniversityMorgantown, WV, United States
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Description

West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time, 20 hours per week, benefits-eligible Talent Acquisition Recruiter.

About the Opportunity

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter will execute talent acquisition strategy while delivering innovative recruitment and sourcing solutions aligned with hiring leader goals and the university's strategic plan. As the Talent Acquisition Recruiter, you will be part of a team focused on delivering the highest quality service to our internal and external customers, with professionalism and integrity.

This position is based in Morgantown, WV. A combination of on campus and remote work may be available as determined by the department.

At WVU, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including :

  • Paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
  • Annual leave (vacation)
  • Sick days (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
  • WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible non-classified staff position)
  • 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.

Wellness programs

What you'll do :

  • Develop, collaborate, and maintain strong working relationships to ensure understanding of business needs.
  • Deliver talent acquisition solutions, sourcing, recruitment, and full lifecycle hiring process for positions across WVU's campus(es).
  • Utilize proven sourcing and recruitment techniques, passive candidate strategies, and social technologies to proactively build talent networks and pipelines.
  • Leverage external market data, vendors, sourcing channels and the latest technology available to quickly build and maintain external talent pipelines.
  • Maintains and identifies in-depth and up to date knowledge of social media, sourcing strategies, search techniques and tools.
  • Provide guidance and support regarding all matters pertaining to the recruitment and hiring process.
  • This position will focus heavily on sourcing and initial candidate screening, validation of qualifications, and salary expectations.
  • Conduct consultative intake meetings for new positions (in person and virtually)
  • Assist with training on search, recruiting processes, and best practices.

    • Provide weekly search status reports, assess risks / challenges, and drive solution-oriented results.

  • Maintain accurate, compliant, and up-to-date records in our Applicant Tracking System
  • Champion the WVU employee benefit and compensation package to candidates and ensure understanding of offerings.
  • Work in a performance-metric driven environment where hiring manager / candidate experience, quality / quantity of hires, time to fill, are measured.
  • Influence, build relationships, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

    • Develop and maintain business relationships with key colleges, universities, technical school, student, alumni, and professional associations to build and sustain a pipeline of applicants.

  • Engage in regular in person and virtual meetings.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.

    • A minimum of two (2) years of experience involving :

    Professional level human resources experience in Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, and Recruitment.

    Experience with ATS systems, job promotion, and sourcing tools (Workday Recruiting, LinkedIn and Indeed preferred).

    Any equivalent combination of related education and / or experience will be considered.

    All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    Excellent organizational, and presentation skills.

    Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing employment policies and practices.

    Must be proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.

    Strong public communication skills that allow the professional representation of WVU to a variety of business, educational, and community associates.

    Excellent time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines.

    Ability to build successful relationships with team members, leaders, and candidates.

    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn internal HRIS and talent management systems.

    Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the university.

    Preferred Qualifications :

    Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Labor Relations, Business Administration or relevant field.

    SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR certification is preferred.

    Requirements

  • Valid Driver's License

    • About WVU

    West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

    From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

    At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

    Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

    West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

    Job Posting

    : Sep 22, 2025

    Posting Classification : Non-Classified

    Exemption Status : Non-Exempt

    Benefits Eligible : Yes

    Schedule

    : Full-time

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