Talent Acquisition Recruiter
- Employer
- Texas State University
- Location
- San Marcos
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
2027102
Posting/Functional Title:Talent Acquisition Recruiter
University Pay Plan Title:Human Resources Representative
Location:San Marcos
Department:Human Resources
Recruitment Type:Open Recruiting
Job Type:Full-Time
Funding Source:Permanent
Monthly Salary:$4,002.00
Job Category :Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:- Experience in full life cycle recruiting (posting, recruitment, application process, screening and interviewing, and hiring).
- Advanced experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and recruitment tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, etc.). Prior experience with Workday Recruiter is strongly desired.
- Experience consulting and advising hiring managers on recruitment and hiring best practices.
- Experience or ability to interpret and evaluate policies, procedures, and laws to develop solutions for talent acquisition, recruiting, and staffing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Three or more years of working experience in a talent acquisition role.
- Experience recruiting in a higher education environment.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Job Description:
Texas State University seeks a proactive Talent Acquisition Recruiter to join our Human Resources team. This role involves sourcing, recruiting, and managing the hiring process for staff and faculty positions, while ensuring a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships with hiring managers, developing recruitment strategies, and maintaining accurate records. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to adapt to changing needs and maintain confidentiality. We seek someone who is collaborative, customer-focused, and passionate about finding top talent to support the university’s mission.
Job Duties:- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, develop recruitment strategies, and ensure a smooth and effective hiring process.
- Source, screen, and interview candidates using various platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other job boards.
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.
- Guide hiring managers in best practices for screening, interviewing, and selection to ensure compliance with university policies and state regulations.
- Post job openings in the Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin) and manage the full recruitment lifecycle.
- Provide candidates with a positive experience throughout the hiring process, including clear communication and timely feedback.
- Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to continuously improve recruitment processes and ensure a high-quality candidate experience.
- Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and recruitment activities in the ATS.
- Compile, maintain, and prepare data and other metrics.
- Prepare monthly and ad hoc reports for management in support of staffing goals and objectives.
- Assist with employer branding initiatives and participate in recruitment events, job fairs, and networking opportunities.
- Serve on and provide support to various university and external permanent and ad hoc committees, task forces, and teams.
- Stay updated on recruiting trends, best practices, and employment laws.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Open Date:
10/19/2026
Open Until Filled:Yes
Normal Work Days:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start:8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End:5:00PM
Legal and Required Notices:Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Organization
Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Texas State University
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College). With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation. In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff. Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support. For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million. The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.
Mission
Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.
Locations
Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.
The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.
Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
- Website
- http://www.txstate.edu/
- Telephone
- 512-245-2111
- Location
-
601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States
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