Talent Acquisition Spec II- HRD Division

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are on the hunt for a dynamic and motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our vibrant team! This is your chance to play a crucial role in shaping the future of our department by sourcing and branding the Texas Department of Transportation as the employer of choice.

Minimum Salary: $57,614.00

Maximum Salary: $69,000.00

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Stassney Hq - Main, 6230 East Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744

Travel:
Yes, 75% of the time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

Benefits and Perks:
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Coordinates and administers recruitment activities for the Texas Department of Transportation. This position will be located at TxDOT's Stassney Headquarters. Work involves participating in the development and implementation of the Department's recruiting plans and strategies. You will also be part of a team that looks to determine the value of and return on investment of recruiting strategies. Work requires extensive travel within and outside of the state of Texas.

Additionally, work will require extensive contact with the public, high school and college administrators, community organizations and governmental agencies. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Coordinates recruitment activities to include: conditional grants, high school and college cooperative education programs, and recruiting-related community relations activities.
• Identifies and periodically contacts prospective applicants contacted during recruiting activities.
• Maintains follow-up contacts with prospective applicants.
• Participates in high school, college and university on-campus recruitment activities and attends career fairs.
• Provides placement assistance to Conditional Grant Program graduates.
• Researches information in support of long-range recruitment plans and strategies, and short-range fiscal year plans.
• Participates in workshops and seminars, special meetings and activities.
• Responds to employment inquiries and disseminates literature describing employment opportunities available within the Department to potential applicants and external organizations.
• Serves as liaison with professional and advocate organizations, college placement staff, student groups and faculty, and other community groups involved in similarly focused programs.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

2 Years of experience in Human resources, public relations, recruitment, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Considerable knowledge of:
Human resources management policies and practices Recruiting, placement and interviewing techniques Some knowledge of:
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Some skill in:
Data Analytics or using recruitment metrics to measure return on investment Speaking to the present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the ground focused. Facilitating groups using effective communication methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions.

Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Using social media and technology for recruitment efforts Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Other…