Human Resource Talent Specialist

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the HR Talent Specialist will facilitate the daily functions, of the Human Resources (HR) department, associated with the full lifecycle of employment, including Talent Acquisition, Pre-Boarding, Onboarding, Off-Boarding, and assisting in all HR functions as needed. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage and update position management system, ensuring accurate maintenance of job titles, descriptions, and organizational structure.
• Oversee the job requisition process, ensuring timely and accurate posting of job openings across platforms.
• Facilitates the hiring of job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to coordinate onboarding sessions.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory new hire training.
• Assists departmental leadership with conducting background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Process electronic I-9’s. Track all new hires/re-hires/transfers to ensure that all necessary HR, payroll, and I-9 paperwork has been received and processed before the employment start date.
• Coordinates new hire onboarding (1st & 15th of the month) and quartely orientation
• Coordinators employee recognition programs.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Support department managers in executing exit procedures and conducting exit surveys to ensure a smooth offboarding process.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Benefits leads to ensure seamless coordination of employee benefits during onboarding and offboarding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required or equivalent HR experience.
• 2 years of Talent Acquisition experience or equivalent
• Must have Higher Education HR experience and/or experience with HRIS Paycom (Preferred)
• HR Certification is a plus.

CHARLESTON SOUTHERN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Charleston Southern University is a Christian university and tobacco-free campus. We do not illegally discriminate based on race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including but not limited to lactation), religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the university is prohibited from discrimination under local, state or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and university-administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the university may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment. The university has been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets and core values.

To apply, please complete the online application below and attach a resume. Entering untrue or inaccurate information will result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions, or subsequent termination after hire. This position will remain open until filled. By completing this application you are giving Charleston Southern University the authority to contact any person, educational institution, current or former employer, or company to disclose in good faith any information they may have regarding your qualifications and fitness for employment including, but not limited to, those you have listed in your application materials. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, criminal background check, and reference check. Applicants who will drive for the University will be required to complete a background check on their driving record.