Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist

Title: Temporary Human Resources Partner (Recruiting & Onboarding) Location: Remote Employment Type: Contract – 6 Months Experience: 3-5 years Compensation: $30/hr - $40/hr About the Opportunity TalentoHC is partnering with a leading university seeking a Temporary Human Resources Partner to support hiring and onboarding operations during a critical transition to Workday. This six-month assignment will embed the HR Partner closely with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and departmental leaders to facilitate hiring activities, ensure a positive candidate experience, and deliver an exceptional onboarding experience for new employees. This role is not responsible for full-cycle recruiting or candidate sourcing. Instead, the HR Partner serves as the primary HR resource for hiring managers throughout the hiring process — supporting job requisitions, postings, offer preparation, pre-employment activities, and onboarding. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with strong customer service skills, exceptional attention to detail, and hands-on experience with Workday or a comparable HCM system.

Key Responsibilities

Hiring & Recruitment Support

• Partner with hiring managers to initiate and complete job requisitions in Workday
• Review requisitions for completeness and compliance with university hiring practices
• Post employment opportunities and monitor job postings
• Serve as the primary HR contact for hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Provide guidance on hiring procedures, timelines, and required documentation
• Coordinate candidate movement through the hiring workflow within Workday
• Prepare and extend written employment offers
• Ensure all required hiring documentation is completed accurately and on time

Pre-Employment & Pre-Boarding

• Coordinate pre-employment activities for selected candidates
• Initiate and monitor background checks and related pre-employment requirements
• Communicate with candidates regarding onboarding requirements, documentation, and next steps
• Maintain accurate hiring and onboarding records within Workday and other HR systems

Onboarding & New Employee Experience

• Serve as the primary owner of the university's new hire experience
• Coordinate and facilitate first-day orientation, campus tours, and welcome activities
• Organize new hire engagement activities and quarterly social events to foster connection and community
• Partner with departments to ensure new employees receive the resources and support needed for a successful transition
• Continuously evaluate and improve onboarding processes and the new hire experience

Workday Transition & Process Support

• Support the university's transition from Cornerstone to Workday (go-live July 6, 2026)
• Assist with process documentation, testing, and continuous improvement of hiring and onboarding workflows
• Provide guidance to hiring managers navigating new Workday processes
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, user experience, and data accuracy

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Experience supporting hiring, onboarding, or talent acquisition processes
• Hands-on experience with Workday or a comparable HCM system
• Strong organizational, project management, and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build relationships across all levels
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Preferred

• Direct experience with Workday Recruiting and Onboarding modules
• Experience in higher education or another complex organizational environment
• Background supporting HR system implementations or transitions
• Knowledge of employment-related compliance requirements and hiring best practices

About TalentoHC Build Your Best Team Yet Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Human Capital Consulting TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including technology, aviation, hospitality, media, and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of delivering long-term enterprise value. Equal Opportunity Employer TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.