Talent Acquisition Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job # 043214

Department Code 19002-7220

Department Office of Human Resources

Job Title Talent Acquisition Manager

Location Syracuse, New York

Campus Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus Experience Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $71,000 - $74,000

Pay Determination Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S4

FLSA Status Exempt

Hours Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type Full-time

Unionized Position Code Not Applicable

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Manager (TAM) reports to the Sr. Talent Acquisition Manager as part of the Talent Management team within Syracuse University’s Office of Human Resources. The TAM provides full life cycle recruitment services for assigned requisitions, to include building strong hiring manager relationships, administration of position requisitions and postings, deploying effective sourcing strategies to deliver qualified and diverse candidate pools, and managing selection, offer and pre-employment onboarding processes.

The TAM works collaboratively within and across teams to meet talent acquisition objectives and provides a high level of service to hiring departments and a positive experience for all candidates.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, marketing, business, communications, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 4 years of direct staff recruiting experience within a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment.
• Candidates with Higher Ed, employment agency, or corporate recruiting experience are preferred.
• Experience with modern talent sourcing tools, including social media is strongly desired.
• A commitment to and track record of creating diverse candidate pools.

Skills and Knowledge

• Proven experience in candidate sourcing and building candidate pipelines, including advanced use of LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools, community outreach and applicant relationship management, strategic use of job boards and networks.
• Previous experience in managing the candidate experience, to include providing guidance on interview and selection criteria and managing the recruiting and hiring experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively. Superior ability to influence internal stakeholders and negotiate with candidates.
• Proficient with MS Office, applicant tracking systems, AI and other technology tools used in recruiting.
• Ability to understand job requirements and identify those in candidate resumes and one-on-one interactions.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven environment, prioritizing workload and delivering a sense of urgency, when required.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and negotiation skills, with a strong focus on details and follow-through.
• Analytical ability to track and trend sourcing and recruiting metrics and create reports that support recruiting strategy recommendations.

Responsibilities

Candidate Sourcing and Talent Pipeline Development:

• Utilizes innovative outreach and engagement strategies to ensure that our applicant pools reflect the University’s goal of being Welcoming to All. Translates hiring needs into effective sourcing strategies to identify active and passive qualified applicants; proactively reaches out to passive candidates via social media platforms such as LinkedIn, etc., and recommends effective position advertising, job boards and networks to reach target candidates. Networks with Syracuse University colleagues and stakeholders outside of the University to strengthen knowledge of Syracuse University career opportunities. Represent the University at local and regional career and community events to showcase the Syracuse University employer brand and careers. Keeps abreast of trends, technologies, and changes impacting university recruitment.

Search, Selection and Offer Management:

• Manages full lifecycle recruitment for assigned requisitions and clients. Initiate effective intake meetings with hiring managers for each search to ascertain a full understanding of ideal candidate profiles, search timelines and key information about the vacancy and the department. Produces effective and compliant job postings, conducts screening interviews, recommends qualified candidates, and manages the selection, offer and pre-employment onboarding steps. Provides weekly updates to hiring managers on open searches and ensures the integrity of recruitment data reported on a weekly basis. Serve as a strategic recruiting consultant to University leadership, hiring managers, and HR colleagues. Provides coaching, guidance, assistance, and training to hiring authorities across campus on all aspects of recruitment, including at least annual Talent Review reports/meetings to plan for talent needs and strengthen talent partnerships with hiring managers. Achieves individual and team goals and objectives for time-to-recruit, candidate experience, and position fulfillment. Escalates aged requisitions and sourcing challenges to Talent Acquisition leadership..

Recruiting Support and Administration:

• Provides on-premise support to campus hiring and career events as assigned. Develops broad understanding of total rewards and employee value proposition as well as applicable collective bargaining agreements to effectively communicate and promote Syracuse University careers. Creates candidate itineraries and supports on-campus interview schedules. Provides candidate support, information and resources related to relocation. Performs administrative and operational functions to include timely maintenance of job and applicant information and disposition of candidates within the Applicant Tracking System and Human Capital Management system. Collaborates with the team on initiatives to enhance our employer brand and the hiring experience. Assists with recruiting event planning and operations and other projects and tasks as assigned.

Physical Requirements NA

Tools/Equipment NA

Application Instructions In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

About Syracuse University Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

EEO Statement Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.

Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.

Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/115045

Job Posting Date 11/06/2026

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