Recruiting Specialist

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Excellent work-life balance

Employee assistance program

Tuition benefits

Athletic facilities

Medical/dental benefits

Disability benefits

Paid parental/maternity leave

Wellness Program

Free on-campus parking

Free UTA passes

Discounts at BYU Store

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a Recruiting Specialist to partner with campus departments and HR partners in building robust talent pipelines.

You will independently recruit for hard-to-fill roles, develop sourcing strategies, and advise on posting content and candidate selection to align with BYU’s mission and goals. The role emphasizes collaboration with senior recruiters and a commitment to university values.

Qualifications

• A firm commitment to BYU’s mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or related field plus 4 years of HR or recruiting experience or equivalent.
• Preferred: 2+ years recruiting experience in higher education or complex organizations; experience using ATS.
• SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential or related certification.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with hiring managers and HR partners to support recruitment.
• Lead the recruitment and selection process for assigned campus departments.
• Develop and implement recruiting strategies based on hiring needs and labor-market conditions.
• Identify difficult-to-fill roles and recommend sourcing approaches with senior recruiters when needed.
• Evaluate job postings and applicant pools; provide recommendations to hiring managers.

Skills

Recruiting experience

Sourcing strategies

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM credential (preferred)

Tools

Workday Recruiting

Job description

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

The last day to submit an application for this position is, September 20, 2026 by 11:59pm MST.

Recruiting Specialist – What you’ll do in this position

Recruitment Build and maintain strategic partnerships with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and Compensation Partners. Serve as a recruiting consultant and strategic partner to assigned campus departments throughout the recruitment and selection process. Develop and implement recruiting strategies for assigned areas of campus based on hiring needs, applicant-pool challenges, labor-market conditions, and organizational priorities. Proactively identify targeted recruiting needs and recommend approaches to address difficult-to-fill positions and challenges in attracting qualified candidates. Independently recruit for hard-to-fill and specialized positions within assigned areas, utilizing appropriate sourcing strategies and consulting with senior recruiters or the Recruiting Manager when needed. Evaluate job postings and applicant pools and provide recommendations to hiring managers regarding job content, sourcing strategies, selection approaches, and methods for attracting qualified candidates.

Application Screening

Consult with hiring managers and departments to establish appropriate, job-related screening criteria, consistent with recruiting best practices and applicable requirements. Review and screen applications for assigned departments using established screening criteria, professional judgment and recruiting best practices. Independently identify and address issues or concerns that arise during the application screening process and consult with HR Business Partners with necessary. Evaluate screening approaches and recommend adjustments when applicant pools or screening results do not meet the needs of the hiring department. Communicate screening results, applicant-pool observations, and recruiting recommendations to campus departments. Prepare, send, and maintain recruiting correspondence and other communications with campus departments throughout the screening and recruitment process.

What qualifies you for this role: Required

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or a related field plus 4 years of relevant HR or recruiting experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or a related field plus 2 or more years of professional recruiting experience.

Experience recruiting in a complex organization or higher education environment.

Experience using Workday Recruiting or another applicant tracking system.

SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential or other relevant recruiting certification.

What we offer in return

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 53

Typical Starting Pay: $75,000 to $97,000

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of Brigham Young University (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.