Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?YesHours of Work8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-FPosition Details

Position Information

Posting NumberTSU202162Official TSU TitleSenior Employment SpecialistGrant TitleN/AJob Description Summary / TWC Summary

Under general supervision, coordinates and particpates in in the recruitment, screening, referral and placement of applicants into vacant faculty and staff positions. Also administers the on-line PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, serves as subject-matter expert for the employment function; and acts as a resource for university departments regarding employment practices and procedures.

Essential Duties Summary

Administers the on-line PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system to include approval and set-up of system users, assisting applicants and internal users with system functionality and issues; and review, referral and processing of applications from initial applicant upload through on-boarding; and reports generation. Reviews electronic applications and resumes to screen for qualified applicants and refers qualified applicants to hiring departments. Reviews applications and supporting personnel documents for completeness, including foreign and/or immigration forms and data. Responds to inquiries from applicants and hiring departments regarding
posted vacancies. Troubleshoots the PEOPLEADMIN system to resolve system functionality issues for applicants and users. As needed may train end-users to use the system and/or to complete job requisitions. Processes electronic job requisitions to final posting on the TSU Website. Conducts employment verification checks for candidates being considered for employment. Provides training and assists search committee with procedures for candidate selection. Coordinates and edits advertisements posted electronically to external agencies such as TWC or others as needed. Coordinates job fairs or other recruiting functions to expand the university’s job pool. Coordinates and facilitates new employee orientation sessions. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

100%

Hiring RangeCommensurate with experience.Education

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent.

Required Licensing/Certification

PHR or SPHR preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have the ability to use personal computers and Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. Also requires the ability to use Banner database, and other job related software.

Work Experience

Requires three to five years of related experience.

Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities

Lead worker over others in similar jobs and/or provide work leadership and direction for students and/or employees.

Work Complexity/Budget Authority

Tasks are multiple and diverse with some interrelationship across processes. Handles some unrelated functions. Work requires the direct application of a variety of procedures, policies and/or precedents. May monitor budget activities but no responsibility for budget and expenditure authority.

Independent Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving Skills

Performs duties within scope of general University policies, procedures and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures and practices. Refers exceptions to policy and procedures to the supervisor.

Personal/Organizational Contacts

Regular contact with others, including students, general public, visitors and University personnel. Purpose of contacts is to explain, clarify or interpret information. May handle confidential information and some complex matters.

Customer Service Relationships

Assesses and diffuses problem situations and requires influencing others to reach consensus. Requires tact and diplomacy to handle difficult customer situations. Requires advanced interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain internal and external customer relationships. Explores alternatives and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Work is performed within routine office environment with no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions. Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one location much of the time. Some stooping, lifting or carrying objects of light weight may be required.

Desired start datePosition End Date (if temporary) Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close DateOpen Until Filled (overrides close field) YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsOpen to all applicants.Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three (3) to five (5) years of related experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification?
   • Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR)
   • Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification (SPHR)
   • No
   • In Progress
4. * Are you proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and in the use of job related databases such as Banner?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Reference Letter 1
2. Reference Letter 2
3. Reference Letter 3