What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Recruiter position at Caltech?
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Job Summary
Caltech is seeking a skilled recruiter for a temporary role to support recruitment needs across the institute while implementing our upcoming Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This position will manage full cycle recruiting for staff positions while assisting with the transition from our current ATS (Taleo) to the new HCM platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive recruitment experience and adaptability to work effectively during a period of technology modernization. A passion for Caltech’s mission and alignment with our values is essential for the successful candidate.
This is a one-year temporary assignment.
Essential Job Duties
Recruitment Operations
$82,000 per year
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.
Disability Accommodations
Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.
If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at
Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at
Job Summary
Caltech is seeking a skilled recruiter for a temporary role to support recruitment needs across the institute while implementing our upcoming Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This position will manage full cycle recruiting for staff positions while assisting with the transition from our current ATS (Taleo) to the new HCM platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive recruitment experience and adaptability to work effectively during a period of technology modernization. A passion for Caltech’s mission and alignment with our values is essential for the successful candidate.
This is a one-year temporary assignment.
Essential Job Duties
Recruitment Operations
- Partner with hiring managers to understand needs and develop recruitment strategies
- Source, screen, and present qualified candidates for staff positions across multiple departments
- Manage job postings and candidate communications throughout the hiring process
- Conduct interviews and provide recommendations to hiring teams
- Extend and negotiate offers to selected candidates
- Collaborate with HR team members and other stakeholders
- Create exceptional candidate experiences that reflect Caltech's values and enhance our employer brand
- Maintain proactive communication with candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle using automated and personalized touchpoints
- Build and nurture talent pipelines for critical roles and emerging skill sets
- Conduct thorough candidate assessments using behavioral interviewing
- Perform other related responsibilities as required or assigned
- Bachelor's degree
- 4 years of full life cycle recruitment experience
- Experience with ATS platforms and HRIS systems
- Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter
- Experience with system implementations
- Experience in higher education or research environments
- Knowledge of OFFCP compliance
- Familiarity with Taleo
- Resume
- Cover Letter
$82,000 per year
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.
Disability Accommodations
Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.
If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at
Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at
Salary : $82,000