Talent Acquisition Specialist

Iowa State University School of Education

Recruiting Specialist responsible for attracting top talent for Iowa State University. Collaborating with campus leaders to fulfill staffing needs and maintaining compliance with hiring processes.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeAmes • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for managers to meet their staffing needs
Create job posting descriptions and maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system
Guide hiring managers through the recruitment and selection process, ensuring compliance with process and policy
Support recruitment initiatives by developing outreach-focused sourcing and engagement strategies to attract prospective candidates and strengthen talent pipelines
Communicate often via email, with hiring managers, UHR colleagues, candidates, etc.
Attend and actively participate in team and department meetings and trainings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
1–2 years of experience in recruiting, human resources, customer service, administration, or a related professional environment
Experience using applicant tracking systems, scheduling tools, Microsoft Office, or other recruiting and HR systems
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

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Hard Skills & Tools

recruitinghuman resourcescustomer serviceadministrationapplicant tracking systemsscheduling toolsMicrosoft Office

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degree