Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist

About the role

Randolph‑Macron College seeks a full‑time Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist to report to the Chief Human Resources Officer. The specialist coordinates and supports the College’s recruitment, selection, pre‑employment, and onboarding processes, serving as a key point of contact for candidates, hiring managers, and new employees to ensure a welcoming, efficient, and consistent experience throughout hiring and onboarding. The College, founded in 1830, enrolls approximately 1,500 students and is located in Ashland, VA — a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington, D.C., with over 85% of students residing on campus.

Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment for exempt and nonexempt staff positions using ADP Workforce Now.
• Partner with and advise hiring managers on job descriptions, minimum qualifications, recruitment strategies, interview processes, candidate selection, and required approvals.
• Prepare and post job advertisements across appropriate platforms, websites, job boards, and other recruitment sources.
• Monitor applicant activity, maintain accurate candidate information, and communicate with candidates regarding application status, interviews, offers, and pre‑employment requirements.
• Conduct phone screenings and coordinate candidate interviews, campus visits, reference checks, background checks, and drug screenings as applicable.
• Meet with prospective hires to review the College’s compensation and benefits package and provide information about the employment process; prepare and distribute employment offer letters and related documents for signature.
• Provide guidance and support to hiring managers regarding College recruitment policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, candidate