Director of Talent Acquisition

UNC Asheville, a public university located in Asheville, North Carolina, seeks a Director of Talent Acquisition to steer the design and management of proactive recruitment and onboarding initiatives. This onsite role collaborates with hiring managers and campus leaders to shape long-term workforce planning and deliver an inclusive recruitment lifecycle. The position offers a salary range of USD 85,000 to 90,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Directs the creation and governance of innovative talent acquisition programs that enhance recruitment and onboarding across the university.
• Guides long-range workforce planning and recruitment strategies to ensure an efficient, effective, and inclusive lifecycle.
• Develops and evaluates programs for sourcing, recruiting, hiring, and onboarding talent.
• Engages potential candidates through social media, professional networks, recruiting events, and strategic sourcing channels.
• Forges strong partnerships with hiring managers and campus leaders to align recruitment plans with departmental needs.
• Acts as the primary contact for the end-to-end recruitment process from requisition creation to onboarding.
• Advises managers on systems, processes, and procedures; coordinates advertising strategies; manages job postings and timelines; supports screening and candidate selection; guides search committee composition and interview processes; and assists with final candidate selection.
• Creates, delivers, and maintains search committee training for all staff positions, ensuring understanding of employment practices, Equal Employment Opportunity standards, and relevant UNC System and NC OSHR regulations.
• Monitors processes and applicant pools, guiding search chairs to support fair, equitable, and inclusive hiring.
• Oversees all staff onboarding procedures to provide a welcoming and consistent experience for new employees.
• Leads and develops team members through coaching, feedback, and professional development to sustain an engaged, high-performing team.
• Demonstrates adaptability, strong organizational skills, creativity, and deadline-driven execution; leads large-scale recruiting initiatives by developing solutions, guiding implementation, and managing change.
• Reviews and updates policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state law.
• Exercises independent judgment to set goals, establish timelines, and identify opportunities for improvement; contributes to broader Office of Human Resources projects that support the university mission and strategic plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least three years of progressively responsible experience applying HR best practices in alignment with organizational goals; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Technologies

• MS Office
• Google Workspace
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Ellucian Banner system

Posting Details

• Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for the position; documents submitted become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
• Official verification from each college or university attended is required upon employment and may be requested by Human Resources or the National Student Clearinghouse; employee is responsible for related expenses; degrees must be from an accredited institution.
• If no applicants meet the required competency and training, management may consider other applicants; salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
• UNC Asheville conducts pre-employment background investigations; new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States; direct deposit is required.
• Posting Number: E0560
• Posting date: 06/09/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Background/E-Verify
• Credential Verification
• University Safety

Supplemental Questions

• Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Asheville website; The Chronicle of Higher Education; Higher Ed Jobs; Indeed; Inside Higher Ed; LinkedIn; HERC; NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security); UNC System website (northcarolina.edu); X (formerly Twitter); Circa (formerly Local Job Network); NorthCarolinaDiversity.com; Other

Applicant Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume