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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role, you will partner with the Director of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding to collaborate closely with leadership on development and execution of strategic goals, compliance management, creating policies and guidelines, and driving innovative initiatives that align with and support the University's mission. Some key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Partnering with the Director to design and implement strategies to attract top talent, improve recruitment efforts, and enhance UF’s position as the employer of choice. Lead the development of strategic goals and initiatives.
- Overseeing post-offer and pre-employment processes, including health assessments and criminal background checks. Ensure compliance with Florida Statute 435 for caregiver positions, review criminal backgrounds, and communicate eligibility decisions.
- Directing immigration processes; working closely with departments on employer-based sponsorship and international employment matters; and minimizing risks and ensuring compliance with relevant legal requirements.
- Collecting data, analyzing current practices, recommending process improvements, ensuring compliance with legal reporting regulations and maintaining accurate metrics.
- Representing UFHR on various committees, at job fairs and community events, working closely with Training and Organizational Development to develop content and facilitate relevant training and courses.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Demonstrate a proficient level of knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis and the ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems in support of positioning the organization for long-term competitiveness.
- Verbal and Written Communication: Ability to listen actively and articulate clearly and concise messages both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences, and impart thoughts, views, information, and ideas persuasively and adaptively.
- Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand one's own emotions while recognizing and responding appropriately to the emotions of team members, stakeholders, and superiors, fostering a positive and productive work environment through empathetic communication, conflict resolution, and supportive leadership.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Demonstrated success in using a variety of tools and techniques in coaching team members toward favorable performance, progress and best practices.
- Ability to exhibit confidence and professional diplomacy, while effectively relating to people at all levels internal and external to the organization.
Come join us—let’s grow greater, together!
The University of Florida offers a competitive salary commensurate with similar positions and includes a full benefits package. Click here to view the university’s Total Rewards Benefits plans.
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Gainesville is home to Florida's largest and oldest university and is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Additionally, the city boasts a regional transit system, a regional airport, and a 72-par championship golf course. Known for the preservation of its natural surroundings, Gainesville is home to natural freshwater springs, lakes, and numerous state parks. Its beautiful landscape and urban "forest" have earned Gainesville a reputation as one of the most attractive cities in Florida.
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| Expected Salary: |
$90,000.00 - $101,000.00 (Commensurate based on experience, knowledge, skills and abilities)
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- The ability to foster consensus, promote shared governance, actively seek input from diverse groups, and influence others when seeking resolution.
- The ability to clarify and articulate direction, priorities, and a shared vision.
- Strong understanding of employment laws related to pre-employment screenings to include but not be limited to Level 2, Level 2 DCF Screenings, criminal checks and FCRA.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and drive strategic initiatives.
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