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As the Sourcing Specialist at Yale University, you will play a crucial role in identifying and attracting top talent to support our institution's mission. This role is pivotal in advancing Yale’s talent acquisition strategy, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across our diverse departments.
Required Skills and Abilities
1.Strong research capabilities, adept at uncovering talent in competitive markets.
2.Proficiency in data analytics, capable of translating insights into actionable recruitment strategies.
3.Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Workday and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools like Phenom.
4.Knowledge of DEIB principles and practices, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.
5.Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Principal Responsibilities
1. Participate in intake meeting with the TA Partner and Hiring Manager to understand needs and consult on sourcing, as needed, based on their request. 2. Develop and execute sourcing strategy. 3. Partner with functional leaders/TA Partners to ensure long-term strategic sourcing plans are aligned with established workforce plans. 4. Advise Hiring Managers on posting content and platforms, and work with TA Partners and service providers to post opportunities on internal and external sources. 5. Identify and obtain information about potential candidates to meet demand. 6. Leverage cutting-edge sourcing tools and methodologies to source passive candidates. 7. Review resumes/applications for minimum and differentiating qualifications as part of the initial candidate pre-screening. 8. Monitor and document sourcing strategy effectiveness, in partnership with TA Partner and Hiring Manager. 9. Maintain and update the database of candidates. 10.Monitor and report on the quality and quantity of resumes on a daily/weekly basis. 11. Evaluate candidate quality yields by source and manage future investments accordingly. 12. Team up with the TA Partners to represent Yale University at events and demonstrate enthusiastic engagement with potential applicants or candidates. 13. Establish and nurture relationships with agencies and hiring programs for targeted positions. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree and four years of professional human resources experience or an equivalent education or experience in a related field.Job Posting Date
09/21/2026Job Category
ProfessionalBargaining Unit
NONCompensation Grade
Administration & OperationsCompensation Grade Profile
Manager; Program Leader (24)Salary Range
$68,000.00 - $120,500.00Time Type
Full timeDuration Type
StaffWork Model
HybridBackground Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Health Requirements
Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting Disclaimer
Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.
The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Note
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.
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Yale University is a private Ivy League research university in New Haven, Connecticut.