<p>Position Title:</p> <p>Staff Recruiting Specialist II</p> <p>Job Group:</p> <p>Professional & Scientific</p> <p>Required Minimum Qualifications:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related experience</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>Experience working in an applicant tracking system, ideally, Workday recruiting.</p> <p>Demonstrated experience creating recruitment marketing and sourcing plans.</p> <p>Experience with end-to-end/full-desk recruitment process, filling a variety of positions.</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Iowa State University Human Resources (UHR)?is seeking candidates for a full-time Staff Recruiting Specialist II (SRS). The SRS plays a critical role in the recruitment & selection process for all staff across the university in collaboration with campus leaders. The SRS reports to the Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition.</p> <p>As an SRS, you will:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Lead and guide hiring managers through the full recruiting life cycle, building strong partnerships across all UHR functions and with campus leaders.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop creative sourcing strategies, provide high-touch candidate and hiring manager care.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure best practices and compliance throughout the interview and hiring process.</p> </li><li> <p>Be the subject matter expert for recruitment & selection policies and procedures, and stay up to date on local, state, and federal employment policies.</p> </li></ul> <p>Who We're Looking for:</p> <p>We're seeking a proactive and innovative team player to help drive talent acquisition efforts at Iowa State. This individual will bring a minimum of three years of recruitment experience, ideally supporting a variety of roles. To be successful in this role, you will be skilled in outstanding communication and collaboration, paired with strong adaptability and creative problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will be comfortable making decisions, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently meeting deadlines.</p> <p>What you'll do:</p> <p>Lead and Manage the Recruitment and Selection Process:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Serve as the lead point-of-contact for campus staff recruitment in designated departments.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and execute robust and innovative recruitment strategies to attract and hire top university talent.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage job requisitions from end to end, including creating attractive job posting advertisements.</p> </li><li> <p>Review applicants against requirements for roles and manage each stage of the recruitment and hiring process, including reference checks, offers, and background checks.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead hiring managers through the process, advising as needed.</p> </li></ul> <p>Provide High-Touch Customer Service:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide timely follow-up to candidates and hiring managers for process and timeline updates.</p> </li></ul> <p>Ensure Compliance:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Apply working knowledge of all applicable policies, procedures, and industry best practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain accurate records in Workday recruiting.</p> </li></ul> <p>Additional Details:</p> <ul> <li> <p>While this is a hybrid/remote position, in-office work may be required during the orientation and training period.</p> </li><li> <p>Continued in-office work is required during the week, typically on Tuesdays at a minimum.</p> </li><li> <p>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.</p> </li><li> <p>This position is classified as a Talent Acquisition Specialist II.</p> </li></ul> <p>Apply today to be a part of a collaborative and engaging team in UHR! The UHR team is comprised of several specialized functions, including Classification & Compensation, Employee & Labor Relations, Worklife, HR Information Management, Talent Acquisition, and UHR Delivery.</p> <p>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.</p> <p>Appointment Type:</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Number of Months Employed Per Year:</p> <p>12 Month Work Period</p> <p>Time Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Pay Grade:</p> <p>PS808</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>For guaranteed consideration, please apply before August 18, 2025. Position will be posted until filled.</p> <p>To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:</p> <p>1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae</p> <p>2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter</p> <p>If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.</p> <p>Why Choose ISU?</p> <p>Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:</p> <ul> <li>Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans </li><li>Generous vacation, holiday and sick time, and leave plans </li><li>Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) </li><li>Life insurance and long-term disability </li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts </li><li>Various voluntary benefits and discounts </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Wellbeing program </li><li>Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager. </li></ul> <p>Original Posting Date:</p> <p>August 6, 2025</p> <p>Posting Close Date:</p> <p>Job Requisition Number:</p> <p>R17570</p>