Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Job Information

Title:

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Market Range:

MR19

Approved Date:

4/11/2023 5:15:36 PM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

P2

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 2

Job Code:

100923

Job Family:

Human Resources

Sub Family:

Compensation & Recruitment

Primary Purpose

Provides talent acquisition and consultation services for various Wake County departments. Advises on best practices, human resources policy interpretation and provides guidance to employees, supervisors, and senior leadership.

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Provides consultation to hiring managers and senior leadership on short-term and long-term staffing needs based on expected and unexpected turnover to develop proactive recruitment strategies. Consults with managers on hiring best practices, labor market trends and effective talent acquisition strategies including critical needs for candidate profiles, job posting content to attract these candidates, marketing/sourcing techniques to identify the ideal candidate, and applicant screening and selection methods. Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation

1

30%

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Coordinates full-cycle recruitment for multiple job openings. Revises and posts job vacancies, reviews interview questions, edits or creates applicant screening questions, monitors/maintains position open and close dates, screens and refers candidates, and reviews and approves hiring requests

2

40%

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Develops new and innovative recruitment strategies to promote a wide variety of job opportunities.  Sources for candidates from a wide range of sources. Utilizes various sourcing methods to attract highly qualified and diverse applicants to vacancies. Continuously develops talent pipelines for upcoming and difficult-to-fill vacancies

3

15%

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Reviews salary recommendations for all hires for conformance to policy. Refers salary exceptions to the assigned Compensation Consultant to coordinate the approval process

4

5%

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Advises employees and hiring managers on use of applicant tracking system. Troubleshoots and provides training  to ensure compliance with County policies and best practices

5

5%

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Maintains professional and technical knowledge of the field through professional development

6

5%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

P2

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 2

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Works independently on projects/assignments that impact Work Group results.

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Work is generally supervised and involves periodic process checks.

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Responsible for making adjustments or recommended enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of the Work Group.

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Typically communicates within or outside the Work Group to provide information requiring some explanation or interpretation to reach agreement.

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May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals or support staff.

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Requires practical knowledge of the Work Group typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field

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Three years of experience in talent acquisition, position marketing and candidate sourcing

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Experience actively sourcing candidates to identify top talent

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Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations governing position classification, salary administration and general employment standards

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Critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and propose recommendations supported by defensible documentation

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Ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization with tact and diplomacy

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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

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Ability to analyze and interpret data, policies and procedures

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Ability to independently prioritize, manage and coordinate multiple assignments

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Adaptability & Flexibility

Changes behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.

Communication

Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly up and down, inside and outside of the organization; encourages open expression of ideas and opinions.

Consulting

Applies knowledge of policies and procedures in the area of work to advise others across the organization on critical issues.

Interpersonal Skills

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.  Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.  Perceives, assesses, and positively influences one's own and other individuals’ emotions.

Problem Solving

Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base, and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations

Enforces governmental laws, rules, and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective, and reasonable.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have an impact on the immediate work unit's operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X