Talent Management Specialist

Inside Higher Ed; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading University in New York is seeking a Talent Management Specialist to manage employee relations and full-cycle recruitment efforts. You will guide managers on workplace concerns and contribute to a positive work environment while developing strategies to enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of HR experience, ideally in higher education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive human resources generalist experience focused on employee relations and recruitment.
• Strong ability to manage complex employee relations matters.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on workplace concerns.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions.
• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleAdmin ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Talent Management Specialist reports to the Assistant Director, Employee & Labor Relations, and works with the Vice President of Human Resources to foster a positive and productive work environment. This role manages a wide range of employee relations matters and supports the University’s performance management and recruitment efforts. The Specialist partners with supervisors, managers, and staff to ensure effective human resources practices, policy compliance, and talent acquisition strategies. The position collaborates across HR functions to contribute to a service-oriented team culture.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on workplace concerns, University policies, and best practices in employee relations.
• Leads or supports workplace investigations, prepares documentation and recommendations, and ensures appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Provides coaching and guidance to supervisors on managing performance, conducting difficult conversations, and addressing behavioral or performance concerns.
• Collaborates with HR leadership to develop and implement employee engagement strategies that enhance retention, morale, and organizational culture.
• Assists in the design and implementation of performance review processes, including training and consultation with managers and employees.
• Partners with HR leadership to develop and deliver training on effective performance management, respectful workplace practices, and related topics.
• Manages full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions, including job posting, candidate screening, pre-employment testing, interview coordination, reference checks, and extending offers.
• Oversees temporary staffing requests, agencies and needs.
• Acts as the subject matter expert for the University’s Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin), providing training to hiring managers and ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
• Manages the Talent Acquisition inbox, ensuring timely responses and resolutions to inquiries.
• Participates in recruiting events such as job fairs to promote University employment opportunities.
• Processes unemployment claims and ensures timely and accurate responses.
• Assists with HR projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive human resources generalist experience, preferably with a focus on employee relations and recruitment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Customer-service orientation with a collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or other mission-driven, service-focused settings preferred.
• Knowledge of PeopleAdmin ATS and Ellucian Banner systems.
• Experience developing job descriptions and recruitment strategies in competitive markets.
• Training in conflict resolution, performance coaching, or employee engagement strategies.
• Familiarity with EEO, ADA, and other employment-related compliance requirements.

Details

• Date Posted 07/28/2025
• EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Salary/Salary Range $75,000-$80,000
• Position Title Talent Management Specialist
• Position Number 896621
• Position Category Administration
• School/Division Human Resources (division)
• Department Human Resources
• Full-Time Or Part-Time Full-Time