Talent Acquisition Consultant

The priority deadline will be 06/16/2026

Job Code: 8183TA
Classification: HR Pro 3 - Talent Acquisition
Employment Group: Civil Service
Department: Office of Human Resources - Talent Acquisition
Primary Portfolio Supported: Health Sciences, including Public Health, Pharmacy, and Dentistry
Additional Portfolio Support: May include Medical School, Nursing, OACA, Veterinary Medicine, and other University units or positions as assigned
Supervisor: Talent Acquisition Manager and/or Talent Acquisition Supervisor
Salary Range: $83,500 - $90,000

Position Overview

The Talent Acquisition Consultant serves as a senior recruiting strategist and talent advisor for designated health sciences units at the University of Minnesota, with an initial focus on Public Health, Pharmacy, and Dentistry. This position may also support Medical School, Nursing, OACA, Veterinary Medicine, and other University units or positions as assigned based on business needs.

This position manages the development and execution of comprehensive talent acquisition strategies that support the hiring needs of complex academic, clinical, research, administrative, and operational environments. The consultant serves as a strategic partner to hiring managers, HR partners, and unit leadership by advising on recruitment strategy, candidate markets, sourcing approaches, hiring timelines, and best practices.

Operating as a senior individual contributor, the Talent Acquisition Consultant manages full-cycle recruitment for a broad range of Civil Service and P&A positions. The position develops proactive sourcing strategies, builds candidate pipelines, analyzes recruitment trends, and provides recommendations to improve hiring outcomes. This role requires strong consultative skills, independent judgment, and the ability to support recruitment across multiple job families and organizational priorities.

The consultant also collaborates closely with Talent Acquisition leadership and colleagues to ensure consistent, compliant, and effective hiring practices across the University system.

Key Responsibilities

Health Sciences Recruitment Strategy and Talent Consulting - 40%

• Develops and manages recruitment strategies for assigned health sciences units, including Public Health, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and other units as assigned.
• Consults with hiring managers, HR partners, and unit leadership on recruitment strategy, labor market conditions, candidate availability, and effective hiring practices.
• Provides strategic guidance on recruitment planning for complex, high-priority, hard-to-fill, and recurring positions.
• Partners with departments to align recruitment strategies with unit priorities, workforce needs, and University hiring practices.
• Proactively identifies current and future hiring needs through workforce planning discussions, recruitment data, and ongoing consultation with unit partners.
• Advises hiring managers on candidate attraction, sourcing options, position requirements, search timelines, and selection processes.
• Serves as a key Talent Acquisition point of contact for assigned health sciences recruitment portfolios.

Full-Cycle Recruitment Management - 25%

• Manages full-cycle recruitment processes for a wide range of Civil Service and P&A positions across assigned units.
• Sources, recruits, screens, interviews, and recommends internal and external candidates for positions at multiple levels.
• Develops and implements recruitment plans tailored to each position, unit, candidate market, and hiring need.
• Partners with hiring managers and HR partners to ensure recruitment processes are timely, consistent, and aligned with University policy.
• Ensures recruitment practices comply with University policy, employment regulations, equal opportunity standards, and applicable collective bargaining or governance requirements.
• Maintains accurate recruitment records, applicant documentation, and reporting related to assigned searches.
• Supports other University recruitment needs as assigned by Talent Acquisition leadership.

Talent Pipeline Development and Market Sourcing - 15%

• Develops and maintains pipelines of qualified candidates for critical, recurring, and difficult-to-fill positions.
• Implements proactive sourcing strategies to identify passive candidates and expand applicant pools.
• Builds relationships with professional associations, academic programs, industry networks, and other external sources to support health sciences recruitment.
• Researches market trends and candidate availability to inform recruitment strategy and hiring manager expectations.
• Advises hiring managers on competitive positioning, candidate outreach, and strategies to improve talent attraction.
• Identifies opportunities to strengthen the University's visibility as an employer within health sciences talent markets.

Data Analysis and Workforce Insights - 10%

• Analyzes recruitment metrics, applicant flow, hiring trends, and search outcomes to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Uses recruitment data to inform sourcing strategies, hiring timelines, workforce planning discussions, and consultation with unit partners.
• Provides recommendations related to recruitment challenges, compensation considerations, internal equity, and candidate market conditions in partnership with HR and compensation teams.
• Identifies patterns in hiring activity and recommends strategies to improve efficiency, consistency, and candidate quality.
• Prepares recruitment updates and summaries for Talent Acquisition leadership and unit partners as needed.

Team Collaboration, Talent Acquisition Support, and Other Duties as Assigned - 10%

• Serves as a resource and subject matter expert within the Talent Acquisition team for assigned health sciences recruitment activities.
• Collaborates with Talent Acquisition leadership, supervisors, consultants, and specialists to ensure consistent recruitment practices across portfolios.
• Provides guidance, consultation, or informal support to other recruiters when needed.
• Assists colleagues across the Talent Acquisition team when additional recruitment support is required.
• Participates in process improvement efforts, recruitment projects, team initiatives, and other duties as assigned.
• May support recruitment for other University units, job families, or priority hiring needs based on operational demands.

Independence and Decision Making

The Talent Acquisition Consultant operates with significant independence and manages recruitment strategy and execution for assigned portfolios with limited day-to-day supervision. Work is generally guided by priorities, schedules, deadlines, and defined deliverables. Supervision typically occurs when complex issues arise, recurring concerns need to be addressed, or deadlines are at risk.

This position applies professional judgment to complex recruitment situations and frequently serves as a technical recruiting resource for hiring managers, HR partners, and colleagues within Talent Acquisition. The consultant is expected to make sound, timely recommendations and know when to escalate issues to Talent Acquisition leadership.

Hybrid :This is a hybrid position, and will require 1 -2 days on campus.

Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least four years of professional experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience equal to at least eight years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting within higher education, academic health sciences, healthcare, research, public sector, or other large complex organizations.
• Experience consulting with hiring managers, HR partners, and senior leaders on recruitment strategy and workforce planning.
• Demonstrated experience developing sourcing strategies and talent pipelines for hard-to-fill or specialized roles.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment across multiple job families and organizational areas.
• Experience analyzing recruitment data and applying insights to improve hiring outcomes.
• Knowledge of compensation practices, internal equity considerations, and market-informed recruitment strategy.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple units, searches, and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise, influence, and build trust with diverse partners.

Pay Range: $83,500 - $90,000 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Required application materials: Resume

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.