Talent Acquisition Manager

Essential Functions:

Strategic Talent Acquisition

• Collaborate with hiring managers and senior administrators to forecast and proactively identify labor market trends, retention issues, hiring trends and integrate findings into effective recruitment strategies for full-time faculty, adjunct faculty, staff, administrators, and contingent positions.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws and provisions of the FIT-UCE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Proactively manage the hiring process to fill openings to reduce the overall time-to-hire metric.

Hiring Process Management

• Oversee LinkedIn Recruiter administration and other social media and advertising platforms for recruitment of talent.
• Oversee Interview Exchange (Hirezon) applicant tracking system for recruiting, search process, hiring, verification of credentials, and background checks.
• Collaborate with senior administration on negotiation of offers with candidates.
• Responsible for continuous process improvement of processes, systems, communication, and training materials.

Candidate, Hiring Manager, and Search Committee Experience

• Provide excellent customer service, including training, coaching, and proactive communication to all stakeholders throughout the process.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and educate hiring managers on hiring trends, metrics, interviewing techniques, and onboarding best practices.
• Responsible for ensuring a positive candidate experience virtually and on-campus.

Planning & Reporting

• Responsible for Quinto Job Description system. Ensure accuracy, standardized review cycles, work with hiring managers to create and update job descriptions, and ensure compliance with job classification codes.
• Create and oversee maintenance of Talent Dashboard. Track and report staffing, retention, attrition, and other data related to Talent Acquisition and Development.
• Use data to affect continuous improvement in the end-to-end hiring process and retention of new hires.

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise the Talent Acquisition Coordinator who assists in ensuring an efficient, effective search and hiring process.
• Develop the Talent Acquisition Coordinator by fostering an environment of team engagement in problem-solving and continual improvement.
• Clearly communicate strategy, recommendations, and results to internal leadership.
• Collaborate on development and execution of engagement and recognition efforts.
• Collaborate and support all HR team members in the delivery of excellent HR services.
• Coach and provide project leadership and advice on complex projects.

Engagement & Development

• Develop, implement, and coordinate ongoing monthly orientation and 30-60-90 day follow-up program for new hires.
• Develop and deliver training via HR Open House and video capture technology related to Talent Acquisition processes and systems and other HR-related topics as needed.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Psychology, or other related field.
• 7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition required.
• Experience managing Talent Acquisition software and applications.
• Prior supervisory experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of a broad range of functional HR competencies including talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, performance management, legal compliance, project management, and best practices for continuous improvement.
• Advanced ability to design and implement organizational development and succession planning strategies that align workforce planning and employee engagement with institutional goals.
• Consultation skills with demonstrated ability to partner with internal stakeholders, provide guidance on HR-related matters, and develop data-driven solutions that support organizational success.
• Advanced ability to develop, evaluate, and enhance performance management frameworks to drive accountability, employee development, and recognition.
• Proficiency with HR Information Systems (HRIS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS), and ability to leverage these tools to support employee learning, performance tracking, and process improvement.
• Skilled in developing and executing recruiting strategies that attract and retain diverse, high-performing talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Ability to employ HR analytics, key performance indicators, and process improvement methodologies to evaluate program effectiveness and implement sustainable solutions.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation ability and cultural awareness to communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
• Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across functional areas, providing excellent customer service and fostering a positive employee experience.
• Demonstrated integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information, exercising sound judgment and discretion in all HR-related matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Applicant Tracking Systems, Ellucian Banner, Hyperion, OU Campus, and Finance Enterprise, with an aptitude for learning new platforms and systems.
• Demonstrated intermediate to advanced software and technology skills.
• Thorough knowledge of current federal and state employment laws and regulations impacting workplace policies, employee relations, and compliance practices.

Additional Information:

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

Working Title
Talent Strategy and Employee Experience Manager (Talent Acquisition Manager)

Salary: $88,606.32 - $94,951.49 per year; commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Hiring Salary: $88,606.32 per year with step increments per Salary Schedule 95C, after one year of service and annually thereafter.

Work Schedule
Days/Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)
• 4-day Summer Workweek
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcript
• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.