Talent Management Associate Director, Higher Ed Growth

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University’s School of Professional Studies is seeking an Associate Director, Talent Management to shape our talent strategy and lead through recruiting exceptional faculty and staff. This role partners with HR and campus leaders to optimize onboarding, development, and retention across a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

You will drive inclusive recruiting practices, manage Workday-based processes, and develop metrics to assess personnel satisfaction and program impact, ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus five years of related experience.
• General knowledge of HR functions, including employment laws.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Commitment to creating inclusive environment and university mission.
• Ability to deliver results with minimal supervision on complex tasks.
• Strong communication across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting processes to attract diverse faculty and staff; review candidates and oversee applications in Workday.
• Manage personnel actions including onboarding, appointments, and compensation changes.
• Promote inclusive culture in recruitment, hiring, and retention practices.
• Maintain operating manuals and handbooks; implement improvements.
• Audit payroll and data for accreditation; create systems and reports.
• Develop engagement and professional development initiatives for faculty and staff.
• Create and track metrics to measure personnel satisfaction and initiative progress.
• Serve as a resource on policies and benefits for faculty and staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Time management

Collaboration

Process improvement

Inclusive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience

Master’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday HR module

Job description

Wake Forest University’s School of Professional Studies is seeking an Associate Director, Talent Management to shape our talent strategy and lead through recruiting exceptional faculty and staff. This role partners with HR and campus leaders to optimize onboarding, development, and retention across a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

You will drive inclusive recruiting practices, manage Workday-based processes, and develop metrics to assess personnel satisfaction and program impact, ensuring