About The Role

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63130

 Scheduled Hours

40 Position Summary

Supports the talent acquisition team and hiring managers in creating candidate pipelines of highly qualified candidates for select positions. Supports processes related to external and internal candidate sourcing, applications, screening, and process expediting. Contributes to talent attraction initiatives through proactive sourcing, candidate engagement, marketing, and employer brand promotion to support current and future workforce needs.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Sources candidates using a variety of tools and platforms such AI, resume databases, networking sites such as LinkedIn using sophisticated Boolean search techniques, and social media channels.
Builds and maintains talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions while identifying prospective candidates for current and future hiring needs.
Collaborate with TA consultants and hiring managers to understand position requirements and develop effective candidate sourcing strategies, including keyword and Boolean searches.
Creates prospect lists of potential candidates and maintains candidate information within the applicant tracking system and other internal databases.
Supports candidate outreach campaigns through email, social media, and other sourcing platforms while fostering ongoing candidate engagement.
Posts positions on professional job boards and supports talent acquisition marketing efforts designed to increase candidate awareness and applicant flow.
Supports employer branding initiatives by helping promote organizational culture, values, employee experience, and career opportunities through digital and social media channels.
Works collaboratively with the talent acquisition team to discuss openings, anticipated hiring needs, and talent market opportunities.
Provides account management support for contracted sourcing and advertising platforms and tracks job posting expenditures.
Supports talent acquisition team on building an effective talent acquisition effort to meet hiring goals including communication with hiring managers, applicants, advertising vendors, etc. May also assist with job fair hosting and community outreach events.
Utilizes labor market information, talent intelligence, and sourcing metrics to identify opportunities for improving talent acquisition outcomes and candidate experience.
Tracks and analyzes sourcing effectiveness, pipeline activity, candidate engagement, and talent acquisition marketing efforts.
Identifies opportunities for improving candidate and hiring manager experience and provides updates regarding market trends and talent acquisition opportunities.
Submits activity reports in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Recruitment Sourcing, Recruitment, Or A Related Area (2 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

Equivalent of an associate degree with two years of experience in talent acquisition candidate sourcing and name generation or a related area, or an equivalent combination education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of AI to support candidate sourcing, social networks, professional sites, and resume databases.
Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR software, preferably Workday.
Ability to review job descriptions to develop keyword Boolean searches.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, applicant tracking systems, internet search tools, and social media channels.
Experience supporting employer branding, recruitment marketing, social media engagement, or talent pipelining initiatives preferred.
Familiarity with talent intelligence, workforce analytics, CRM platforms, or talent community management.
Displays natural curiosity and takes initiative to identify opportunities, solve problems

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

Sourcing Specialist, Sourcer, Or Similar Role (2 Years)

Skills

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Boolean Searches, Customer Service, Email Writing, Human Resource Management System, Human Resources (HR), Job Description Development, Labor and Employment Law, LinkedIn (Platform), Microsoft Office, Online Job Boards, Online Searching, Resume Search Software, Self-Direction, Social Media Channels, Social Networking Services, Telephone Screening, Time Management, Time Prioritization, Workday Software

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.