Talent Acquisition Consultant

The University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan's Michigan Medicine is seeking a Talent Acquisition Consultant to drive workforce planning and recruitment strategies across institutional, departmental, and position levels.

You will partner with hiring managers to source, screen, and select top talent, analyze workforce trends, and support employer branding for local and national markets. Travel and mentoring duties are part of the role, with a focus on diverse, compliant hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, HR, or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of talent acquisition experience.
• Experience sourcing passive candidates and marketing via online platforms.
• Strong customer service and professional communication skills.
• Ability to travel within the University of Michigan Health System Campus, and to other locations as needed.
• Comfort working independently and solving problems in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to develop full cycle recruitment strategies.
• Analyze workforce trends to identify talent acquisition solutions.
• Develop employer brand strategies with leadership and partners.
• Keep abreast of best practices and improve processes.
• Develop sourcing techniques to engage passive candidates.
• Build relationships with community organizations and employment agencies.
• Provide guidance on policies and legal hiring practices.
• Travel to recruitment events as needed.
• Mentor Talent Acquisition Associates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Passive candidate sourcing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Marketing / Human Resources

Tools

PeopleSoft eRecruit

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

We are excited to announce an opening for a Talent Acquisition (TA) Consultant on one of our Talent Acquisition patient care teams.

The Michigan Medicine Talent Team is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist who will focus on developing workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies at the institutional, departmental, and position level, identifying solutions for staffing a complex, changing organization with highly qualified employees.

Responsibilities

• You'll partner with hiring managers to thoughtfully develop full cycle recruitment strategies to source, screen, select, and retain employees. You'll work towards the strongest results and metrics possible while building credibility through business savvy.
• You will analyze workforce and applicant sourcing trends to proactively identify and implement talent acquisition solutions which meet business objectives and enable a viable workforce.
• In collaboration with Michigan Medicine leadership, Communications, and other key partners, you'll develop talent acquisition strategies which support a strong employer brand, for local and national job markets.
• Keep abreast of industry best practices and recommend process improvements to support continuous improvement of talent acquisition practices including job market data regarding supply and demand of top talent and competitive compensation.
• Develop sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates with greatest potential for success at Michigan Medicine.
• Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with community organizations, professional organizations and employment agencies in order to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified talent.
• Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to identify talent for at-risk departments and mission critical positions.
• Develop talent acquisition and community relations plans to support new building activations and expansions.
• Provide guidance consistent with Michigan Medicine institutional employment policies and procedures, state and federal employment law, to promote efficient, legal and inclusive hiring practices.
• Analyze and report metrics related to staffing and workforce diversity goals and develop action plans based upon findings.
• As part of the Talent Acquisition team, travel to recruitment and community events, as needed to ensure appropriate Michigan Medicine employer presence and identifying networking opportunities.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to assigned Talent Acquisition Associates on sourcing approach and productivity expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of two years of talent acquisition experience (e.g. posting, sourcing, screening, advising, consulting, relationship management, offer negotiation, contract compliance, etc.)
• Experience with passive candidate sourcing and marketing via online platforms
• A focus on excellent customer service and professional communication skills.
• Passion to engage, motivate and work with others within a diverse environment.
• Work independently, problem-solve, market ideas and implement creative solutions.
• Ability to travel within the University of Michigan Health System Campus (daily), routinely to other tri-county Michigan locations (approximately 10%), and outside of Michigan, as needed (less than 1%).

Desired Qualifications

• Recruitment experience within a large healthcare organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in workforce planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge and experience with PeopleSoft eRecruit

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

What Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Mental and emotional health programs
• Child Care Resources
• Life Insurance
• Legal Services Plan
• Retirement Savings Opportunities with 2:1 match and immediate vesting

Another Reason to Go Blue!

• Named one of America's Best Employers of Healthcare Professionals in 2026 by Forbes
• Named one of America?s Best Physical Rehabilitation Facilities in 2026 by Newsweek and Statista. The designation included special standout performance recognition for our cancer rehabilitation program
• Named one of the World?s Best Hospitals in 2026, and #12 in the United States, by Newsweek and Statista.
• University of Michigan Health-Michigan Medicine has earned Practice Greenhealth?s Top 25 Environmental Excellence award for the second year in a row, the highest sustainability honor granted to hospitals and health systems by the

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Locations

This position may be eligible for remote and/or flexible work opportunities at the discretion of the hiring department. Flexible work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.