Talent Acquisition Consultant - 95-98% Remote

What You'll Be Doing

This position is 95-98% remote.

Wake County Government is searching for a skilled Talent Acquisition Consultant who can contribute to our team by bringing creative solutions that transform the way we recruit.

At Wake County, we're not afraid to rethink our processes and explore nontraditional solutions to attract today's dynamic workforce. It all starts with a bold idea and a desire to make things better.

If you want to be a part of a team that keeps the fun in recruitment, then this is the job for you. In this role, you will help shape department managers recruitment strategies and develop robust candidate pipelines. Your unique perspective and sourcing expertise can shape the future of local government recruitment that impact Wake County communities.

The Day-to-day

• Build talent pipelines and deploy innovative strategies to recruit the best and brightest talent.
• Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process from job postings to offer letters.

For positions with a remote work option, all Wake County Government remote workers must reside in one of the following states or districts: North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

About Our Team

Through strategic partnership with County leadership, the Human Resources Department provides collaborative, innovative human resource programs and services that are customer-driven and results-oriented. With 65 full-time employees and an annual operating and benefits budget of $72.1 million, the Human Resources Department manages a variety of services, including: Benefits Administration; Employee Wellness; Recruitment, Classification and Compensation; Employee Relations and Staff Development; Payroll; and HR Systems.

The Basics (Required Education And Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field and 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, position marketing and candidate sourcing OR
• A High School Diploma and 7 years direct experience in talent acquisition, position marketing and candidate sourcing.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Experience recruiting within a variety of job titles/industries

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Awareness of industry trends, market shifts, and changes in recruitment methodologies.
• Proficiency in using sourcing tools and techniques to identify and attract potential candidates.

About This Position

Location: Waverly F. Adkins Office Building Raleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range: $64,971 - $87,712

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/20/2023

What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.