Higher-Ed Talent Acquisition Specialist

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Tri-Share child care

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the full recruitment cycle, partner with hiring managers, and drive a compliant, efficient hiring process.

You will engage with candidates, manage job postings, coordinate events, and provide data-driven insights. The role supports GRCC’s mission by attracting diverse, qualified talent to advance student success and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with recruitment tools, social media, and applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle hiring processes and recruitment strategies.
• Partner with managers to recruit for vacancies and refine job descriptions.
• Manage candidate outreach, pre-screening, and timely updates for applicants.
• Generate recruitment reports and provide insights to improve processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Recruitment tools

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related disciplines

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Social media recruitment

Job description

Grand Rapids Community College is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the full recruitment cycle, partner with hiring managers, and drive a compliant, efficient hiring process.

You will engage with candidates, manage job postings, coordinate events, and provide data-driven insights. The role supports GRCC’s mission by attracting diverse, qualified talent to advance student success and organizational goals.