SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW


Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DEPARTMENT: HUMAN RESOURCES
DIVISION: People & Clients Services (PCS) REPORTING LOCATION: 611 Walker St., Houston, Tx 77002 Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM*
*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In the Human Resources Department, coordinates and leads professional human resources activities by promoting the employer brand, conducting digital recruiting, responding to applicant status inquiries, creating job listings, coordinating applicant sourcing and community recruitment activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently manages high-volume recruitment activities from requisition initiation through candidate selection and onboarding coordination.
• Develops job postings, screens applicants, coordinates referrals and interviews, facilitates hiring approvals, and ensures compliance with City policies and procedures.
• Serves as a trusted HR partner to departmental leadership and hiring managers by providing proactive communication, timely updates, and solutions-driven recruitment support.
• Maintains accurate recruitment records, monitors key performance indicators, and prepares staffing reports, memorandums, and other personnel-related documentation.
• Proactively identifies recruitment challenges, recommends solutions, and implements strategies to improve hiring efficiency, reduce delays, and enhance service delivery.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, personal accountability, sound judgment, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Social Science, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Three years of related professional experience in human resources are required. Pertinent experience at the professional level may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience supporting hiring managers and departmental leadership.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, resolve recruitment challenges, and deliver exceptional customer service with minimal supervision.
• Experience with public-sector recruitment, civil service hiring practices, or large organizational staffing operations is highly desirable.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov /hr/careers .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832)393-7238.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-7238. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Central