Talent Acquisition Supervisor

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an Agency HR Consultant I to lead recruitment operations for designated divisions, guiding policy application and process improvements. You will supervise a team of 5–7 staff, ensuring timely and compliant hiring.

The role requires strong knowledge of recruitment regulations, hands-on supervisory experience, and excellent consultative communication with division leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field; or HS diploma with 3+ years HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment policies, regulatory requirements, and HR best practices.
• Experience supervising recruitment activities and coordinating workloads.
• Excellent consultative and communication skills to advise management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment operations for assigned divisions and manage a team of 5–7 Recruiters/Coordinators.
• Provide guidance on recruitment policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor metrics and identify process improvements and training needs.

Skills

Recruitment knowledge

Supervisory experience

Data analysis

Strategic recruitment

Consultative communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

HS diploma + 3 years HR experience

Job description

Agency Division Job Classification Title

Agency HR Consultant I (NS) Position Number Grade NC13

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

The Recruitment Team Lead oversees recruitment operations for assigned divisions, managing a team of 5–7 Recruiters and Recruitment Coordinators. This role assigns and balances workloads, guides staff on recruitment policies and procedures, and supports development of recruitment plans. The position serves as a technical expert, providing consultation to division management on complex recruitment needs, developing postings, screening candidates, and ensuring efficient movement through the hiring process. The Team Lead monitors recruitment metrics, identifies process improvements and training needs, and collaborates with the Talent Acquisition Manager to resolve workflow or technical issues. Additional duties may include participating in special projects and addressing process or policy challenges as they arise.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $ 50,088.00 - $87,654.00 Recruitment Range: $ 50,088.00 - $87,654.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to provide expert technical guidance to staff and division leadership.
• Skill in supervising and coordinating recruitment activities, including workload distribution, performance monitoring, and ensuring timely completion of assignments.
• Ability to analyze recruitment data, identify workflow or process deficiencies, and recommend effective improvements or training interventions.
• Skill in developing strategic recruitment plans and job postings that align with organizational needs and promote attraction of diverse, qualified candidates.
• Strong consultative and communication abilities to effectively advise division management on recruitment strategies and maintain engagement throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.

This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within RALEIGH, NC

About the DHHS Division of Human Resources:

The DHHS Division of Human Resources is responsible for strategic and tactical human capital management within DHHS including compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations affecting employee relations, recruitment/selection, job evaluation, salary administration, benefits, workers compensation, safety, and core staff development.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution; OR High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources; OR Equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.