Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Consultant

Human Resources Professional (Employment Specialist)

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Consultant – Permanent Full‑Time Position (Position Number: 600787) – Exempt, FTE 1.0.

Be an Eagle – Where Purpose Takes Flight! Join North Carolina Central University (NCCU), a historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, and help shape the future for our students and community. NCCU offers a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support work‑life balance, professional growth, and community impact.

Under the leadership of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Office of Human Resources provides comprehensive programs and services to attract, support and retain high‑performing faculty and staff. The Office partners with university stakeholders to proactively assist them in achieving short and long‑term goals by strategically implementing best practices.

• Recruitment and Employment
• Classification and Compensation
• Human Resources Information Systems
• Salary Administration
• Employee Relations and EEO
• Training and Professional Development

As the subject‑matter expert for Employment business processes across EHRA Non‑Faculty, SHRA, Temporary, and Student Employment, the Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Consultant manages end‑to‑end recruitment, hiring, and personnel action workflows. The role partners with assigned units to understand operational needs, deliver strategic recruitment support, and provide expert guidance on recruitment, hiring, position management, and employment policies. Success requires strong communication, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to build effective relationships across a diverse client base.

Knowledge of HR Employment Practices & Regulations: Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws, University and OSHR policies, and compliance requirements related to recruitment, hiring, personnel actions, I‑9 verification, employment eligibility, and record retention.

HR Systems & Technology Proficiency: Experience using enterprise HR systems such as People Admin, Banner, E‑Verify, and BDMS; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data analysis.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Skills:

Apply best practices in targeted sourcing, job posting management, recruitment marketing, candidate engagement, and specialized job boards. Review applications, guide hiring managers, and ensure efficient, compliant processes.

Policy Interpretation, Consultation & Problem‑Solving: Interpret and apply HR policies consistently; provide consultative guidance, analyze information, identify issues, and develop compliant solutions.

Communication & Relationship‑Building

Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication; clear explanation of HR processes and policy requirements. Strong interpersonal skills for faculty, staff, candidates, and partners.

Organizational & Workflow Management: Plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines; maintain detailed records; complete projects with minimal supervision.

Confidentiality, Professionalism & Customer Service: Handle sensitive information with integrity; maintain confidentiality; provide high‑quality customer service; represent the HR office with professionalism and responsiveness.

Bachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience (or equivalent combination). All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. NCCU upholds the policy of the State of North Carolina and conducts all personnel matters in accordance with this policy.

Demonstrates expertise in recruitment best practices, including targeted sourcing, recruitment marketing, employer…