The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for facilitating strategies to increase efforts in building a strong minority talent pipeline for positions across the 16 colleges and System Office of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The position will assist the Human Resources department with developing inclusive job descriptions and planning and facilitating recruitment, retention and engagement strategies to address current needs. The role will provide general support to KCTCS Employment and Compensation departments.
KCTCS offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation and creativity. Positions with the KCTCS System Office are term-contract positions, with the expectancy of continuance based on performance.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
Coordinate with Colleges and System Office to understand talent acquisition needs and develop a plan to meet goals and objectives with a focus on minority talent acquisition.
Utilize multiple recruitment channels such as social media, professional networks, job/career fairs and industry contacts to source candidates with a focus on minority recruitment effort.
Act as a consultant to Colleges and System Office when developing job descriptions to ensure they are inclusive and provide no barriers to the application process (includes potential travel across the Commonwealth of Kentucky).
Assist with new hire orientation and employee on-boarding.
Coordinate efforts to address retention and employee engagement.
General administrative tasks to assist the Human Resources Employment and Compensation teams.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree (Business, Human Resources or related field) and three (3) years of position-related experience, or equivalent.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Master's Degree (Business, Human Resources or related field) and five (5) years of position-related experience, or equivalent.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR, SHRM) Certification preferred.
KY law requires state and national pre-employment background checks as a condition of employment.
Initial review of applicants will begin on November 18, 2020
Position is open until filled - Applicants will be notified if selected for an interview
For questions regarding the above position, contact: heather.humphreys@KCTCS.edu
Internal Number: 65650
About KCTCS - Kentucky Community and Technical College System
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) is the newest postsecondary education institution in the Commonwealth. KCTCS was created by the Kentucky Postsecondary Education Improvement Act of 1997 (House Bill 1). Our 16 colleges and more than 70 campuses are deeply rooted in the educational history and tradition of Kentucky.
