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Director of Talent Acquisition

University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC

Asheville, NC

1mo ago Closed

$85k - $90k/yr Full time Applicant Tracking System Application Tracking System Business Partner

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 13, 2026).

Job Description

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
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Credential Verification
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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

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