Senior Talent Partner

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Talent Partner is a strategic thinker responsible for driving the talent acquisition strategy and execution across the organization. The role involves partnering with senior leadership to understand business needs, developing innovative recruitment strategies, and ensuring the acquisition of top-tier talent. The selected incumbent will lead complex recruitment initiatives and contribute to the overall talent management strategy. The partner is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and selecting top talent to meet the recruitment needs of Howard University. The selected incumbent will provide direct professional support in evaluating applicant work history, education, training, job skills, and other personal qualifications for positions within the university. The Talent Partner will collaborate with hiring managers senior talent acquisition management to create, develop and execute the appropriate recruiting strategies for executive level positions. The selected incumbent will partner with senior leadership to source and hire top executive and technical talent as the needs are identified to help support the university. The position reports to the Manager, Talent Acquisition.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Not applicable

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Contacts include interfacing internally with a diversified group of University staff. Externally, the incumbent interfaces with a variety of recruitment sources, a multi-cultural and diverse population, as well as professional organizations.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead implementation efforts in executing position specific comprehensive recruitment strategies to ensure high-caliber talent is presented in selection pools

• Strategic thinking and business acumen in joint partnership with senior leadership to understand workforce needs, and align recruitment efforts with specific organizational and departmental objectives

• Interpret the position specific requirements and translate them into successful recruitment solutions and offerings

• Evaluate applications, interview applicants, check references, and determine eligibility regarding qualification requirements for positions within the university under the direction of senior talent acquisition management

• Identify, attract and introduce to university hiring managers, the best and most diverse talent in the marketplace by providing market intelligence

• Initiate strategic recruitment and regular follow-up meetings with senior leadership and hiring managers to determine the effectiveness and status of the recruiting plans for each position

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives, leadership, hiring managers, candidates, and external partners to create a partnership that yields success, predictable results and credibility of our talent acquisition infrastructure

• Create a sourcing network through industry contacts, association memberships, professional conferences and hiring executives to help identify and source qualified candidates

• Research, recommend, and leverage new sources for active and passive candidate recruitment e