Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met. If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter supports staff and faculty hiring across assigned departments or campus locations at Texas State Technical College (TSTC). This role manages most of the recruiting cycle independently—from posting jobs and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and delivering offers. The specialist works closely with hiring managers and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to meet staffing needs, maintain accurate candidate records in Workday, and ensure a positive experience for all applicants. This role also participates in job fairs and supports broader outreach and recruiting efforts across the state.

Essential Functions

The employee will demonstrate TSTC’s Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Manage assigned job requisitions through the full recruiting process—posting, screening, scheduling, interviewing, and offering.

Serve as the main point of contact for hiring managers during the recruiting process.

Support hiring managers by reviewing job descriptions, suggesting edits, and posting jobs to sourcing platforms.

Conduct resume reviews and phone screens to evaluate qualifications and interest.

Systems and Reporting

Use Workday to track candidate progress, maintain requisition data, and generate basic reports.

Sourcing and Outreach

Use tools like LinkedIn, Indeed, and local networks to proactively source qualified applicants.

Represent TSTC professionally at job fairs, networking events, and workforce board meetings.

Campus and HR Collaboration

Collaborate with HR Business Partners to meet recruitment needs by department or campus.

Assist with internal transfer coordination and onboarding communications.

Compliance and Process Support

Ensure recruiting activities follow TSTC guidelines and support inclusive hiring practices.

Provide general support to the Talent Acquisition team and contribute to team-based projects.

Education, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications

3–6 years of experience in recruiting, HR, or a related field.

Ability to manage full-cycle recruiting tasks with minimal supervision.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience using applicant tracking systems; familiarity with Workday is preferred.

Comfortable juggling multiple open roles and shifting priorities.

Willingness to travel for events or on-campus meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting hiring in a multi-campus, public sector, or education environment.

Texas State Technical College recognizes that formal education is one of many pathways to readiness. Applicants who do not meet the stated degree requirements but present a combination of directly related experience, training, and industry credentials will be considered.

Core Competencies

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Manages all stages of the hiring process with consistency, from posting to offer, ensuring accuracy and follow-through at each step.

Hiring Manager Support

Builds strong working relationships with hiring teams by offering timely updates, clear communication, and practical solutions.

System Proficiency

Maintains accurate and up-to-date candidate and requisition data in Workday or similar applicant tracking systems; uses tools efficiently.

Candidate Experience

Communicates with candidates in a respectful, timely, and transparent way to create a positive hiring experience.

Time Management

Organizes tasks effectively, meets deadlines, and balances multiple requisitions without sacrificing quality.

Sourcing Skills

Actively finds talent through job boards, referrals, events, and community partnerships; adapts sourcing based on position needs.

Team Collaboration

Works well with teammates by sharing knowledge, offering support, and contributing to shared recruiting goals.

Community Outreach

Represents TSTC at events and builds local partnerships that help connect talent with opportunities.

Extra Duties Statement

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the role. It is not intended to include every task or responsibility. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

This position is classified under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as exempt and operates in a professional and instructional environment that may include campus offices, classrooms, or lab settings.

TSTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.

The role may require movement across campus, participation in meetings, and engagement with faculty, staff, and students to support institutional goals. Work is primarily performed in an office or academic environment using standard technology and communication tools. These activities can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to support the essential functions of the role.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.