"Recruiting Partner"

Department

Human Resources

Job Description

Attract the highest quality candidates to support the college mission and strategic plans. Execute on college recruitment strategies and generate a talent pipeline. Touch all phases of the recruitment life cycle including sourcing, screening, presentation, negotiation of employment offers, and coordination of on-boarding and pre-employment activities.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Partner with hiring managers and Human Resources Partners to confirm job details, and develop recruitment strategies that support the hiring goals for each role.
• Develop and review equity-centered job postings and recruitment plans aligned with institutional goals and workforce priorities.
• Advise hiring managers and search committees on recruitment timelines, market considerations, and equitable hiring practices; train and guide hiring managers and committees on inclusive search practices, including behavioral interviewing, equitable assessment, and consistent documentation of candidate evaluations.

Sourcing, Candidate Assessment & Selection

• Identify, attract, and engage diverse, qualified talent using proactive sourcing strategies, professional networks, online platforms, job fairs and other outreach partnerships.
• Review resumes, conduct prescreens, and evaluate candidates based on job-related criteria and established competencies.
• Prepare clear candidate summaries and facilitate equitable and structured evaluation with hiring managers and search committees.
• Work with hiring managers and search committees to ensure a smooth, inclusive, and positive candidate experience.
• Promote the College's employer brand and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume or hard to fill roles.

Offer Development, Delivery & Onboarding Coordination

• Develop market-informed offer recommendations, ensuring alignment with internal equity, compensation guidelines, and budget considerations.
• Deliver verbal employment offers and support negotiation discussions.
• Coordinate pre-employment steps and ensure timely candidate communication through acceptance.
• Partner with HR Operations to support a smooth and informed transition from offer acceptance to onboarding.
• Maintain communication with new hires through onboarding milestones.

Compliance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with federal/state employment laws, institutional hiring policies and/EEO requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interview notes, assessment rubrics following the conclusion of a search.
• Track recruitment metrics to measure progress and identify areas for process improvements.
• Stay current on recruiting trends and apply sourcing and hiring innovations to enhance effectiveness and impact.

MINIMUM REQUIRED Qualifications (education, experience, certifications, licenses, knowledge, skills)

• Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in talent acquisition, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working effectively with individuals and groups from a wide range of identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage requisitions, candidate pipelines, hiring workflow, and required documentation.
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws, government compliance regulations affecting recruitment, hiring, and employment, as well as compensation practices and pay equity laws.

Skills

• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Demonstrated ability to source passive talent through multiple channels (professional networks, research tools, social platforms).
• Skilled in managing stakeholder relationships, particularly with hiring managers and search committees.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple searches simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout hiring practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, nonprofit, or other mission-driven environments.
• Experience with Workday.
• Experience developing or supporting compensation and offer recommendations.

Compensation

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $52,845.22 - $71,496.48 annually covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Regular

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position. Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.

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Review of applications will begin January 19, 2026

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.