Recruiting Manager id-6153

AURA's mission is to provide innovative, open resources to enable discovery and excellence in research, to unify the astrophysics communities, and to promote public understanding of our universe and the benefits of science exploration. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.

General Description of Position:

Lead, innovate, and align the recruitment division to meet the organization’s strategic workforce needs for today and the future. Develop and implement a strategic recruiting plan that fosters a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Optimize human, technical and financial resources to ensure efficiency across all recruitment functions. Lead, inspire, develop and manage the recruiting team, ensuring alignment with the strategic and operational organizational goals and priorities.

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Essential Functions:

Strategic Leadership

  • Design and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy that aligns with organizational goals and values.
  • Drive and direct all recruitment efforts to attract top-tier, and qualified candidates.
  • Set clear goals, benchmarks, and KPIs for the recruitment function.
  • Lead and optimize recruitment processes, ensuring innovative, effective practices and compliance with applicable regulations.

Team Management

  • Lead, manage and coach the recruitment team, fostering professional and career development, high performance and engagement.
  • Guide the work of recruitment team ensuring strategic, effective, and efficient outcomes, linked to business objectives and client needs.
  • Train internal search committees and hiring managers on effective, legally compliant interview and candidate selection techniques.

    Process Optimization and Technology

    • Implement and manage applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools, ensuring data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
    • Create workflows to streamline the hiring process, improve efficiency, and enhance the candidate’s experience.
    • Manage budget, track and measure data, develop reports, and evaluate the ROI and effectiveness of recruitment investments.

    Stakeholder Collaboration

    • Partner with HR and client groups to confirm current and future hiring needs and forecast workforce requirements.
    • Provide data-driven insights, research and report on recruitment trends, metrics, and outcomes.
    • Represent the organization at recruitment events and industry conferences to build the employer brand.

    Employer Branding

    • Partner with AURA’s employer brand staff to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation as an employer of choice.
    • Leverage social media platforms and marketing strategies to attract and recruit top talent.

    Compliance and Reporting

    • Ensure compliance with grant award terms, including federal government terms, conditions, and fair employment practices.
    • Process and track recruitment-related documentation and applications.
    • All AURA employees are responsible for the proper management and control of all AURA property within their work area, whether assigned to them or someone else. This responsibility includes reporting any known missing, stolen, or non-working property in their work area to their supervisor or the AURA Property Officer.
    • Responsible for ensuring compliance with government award terms and conditions assigned to this position or subordinates of this position as defined in the Vela Award Management system.

    Other Functions:

    • Other duties as assigned.

    Required Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

    • Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent education and experience.
    • 5+ years of professional recruiting experience, with at least 2 years leading a recruitment or other related function.
    • Proven expertise with applicant tracking systems (ATS), preferably Workable, Microsoft Office, and relevant business, cloud-based applications.
    • Demonstrated deep understanding of recruiting and HR practices, preferably domestic and global.
    • Exceptional communication, collaboration, coaching, client service and strategic skills; Strong work ethic and integrity.
    • Domestic and international travel may be required.
    • High emotional intelligence and strong organizational skills.

    Preferred Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

    • Experience in technical and/or scientific recruiting.
    • International recruiting experience, including knowledge of the U.S. immigration process for work visas.
    • Recruiting globally, including the placement of expats.
    • Proficiency in Spanish is desired but not required.
    • Cross-cultural competency.

    Physical Demands

    The physical requirements described here represent those necessary to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
    • Occasionally required to move about the workspace to access tools, files, or equipment.
    • Regularly engages in tasks that involve handling, positioning, or moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
    • Requires the ability to focus on small details and accurately perform tasks involving fine motor skills.
    • Sufficient coordination and range of motion to operate tools, equipment, or systems relevant to the role.
    • Some travel may be necessary, both within and outside the contiguous United States.

    Disclaimer: The statements above describe the general nature and level of work required for this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. This organization provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

      Location: Flexible. Preferably hybrid at an AURA office in Tucson, AZ; Maui or Hilo, Hawaii; or Boulder, CO. Remote options may be considered for candidates in states where AURA is registered as an employer.

      Salary Range: $120,000-135,000. The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications, experience and job location.

      AURA offers an outstanding benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. This includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a 10% retirement contribution from day one, generous paid leave, retiree medical benefits, and a mission-driven work environment. Additional details about AURA's benefits can be found at https://hr.aura-astronomy.org/benefits-by-location/.

      How to Apply:

      The position will remain open until it is filled. To be considered in the first round of reviews, please submit your application by January 17, 2025.

      • Submit a cover letter or resume, PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format: Lastname Docname.
      • Application documents that are not uploaded as part of the application may be sent to employment@aura-astronomy.org.

      Individuals needing assistance with the employment process can request assistance at employment@aura-astronomy.org

       

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