Employment Consultant Senior

Job Title
Employment Consultant Senior


Requisition Number
RE48691


Working Title

Department Name
3J540:Employment


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
44


Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


4 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

The essential job functions of this position require you to: communicate and build working relationships with staff, faculty and candidates from diverse backgrounds; abide by University guidelines; maintain confidentiality; prioritize and manage work effectively; provide exceptional customer service and positively represent the university; ensure work is detailed, accurate and completed in a timely manner; perform work in a sedentary position; interact with individuals from various levels throughout the university and work successfully in a team as well as independently.



Shift

Typically Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; additional hours may be required based on departmental needs.



Job Summary

Join Our Team as an Employment Consultant Senior at the University of Kentucky!



Are you a self-driven HR professional with a passion for hiring? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can make a significant impact? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Employment Consultant Senior at the University of Kentucky! Key Responsibilities include:


Consulting:

• Serve as a lead consultant, building and maintaining strong relationships with hiring departments.
• Provide resources and tools to support faculty and staff recruitment and selection, including coaching, training, and developing search-specific resources.
• Partner with Search Committee Chairs to develop recruitment plans that align with the University’s strategic goals.
• Lead trainings on general hiring principles, develop interview guides and resources as well as share hiring and selection best practices.

Supervision:

• Supervise a team of an Employment Consultant and Employment Specialists, supporting campus hiring efforts.
• Oversee hiring, coaching, and performance management with support from the HR Employment Manager.

Service Development and Organizational Improvement:

• Lead work teams and projects to continuously improve departmental services.
• Develop and share services and resources under the Hiring Enhancement Program.

Customer Service:

• Provide and model exceptional customer service throughout the hiring process to all hiring departments.
• Assist with executive search recruitment, including creating search timelines, building candidate profiles, and coordinating logistics.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of the University by supporting strategic hiring initiatives.
• Professional Growth: Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation.
• A Community of Belonging: Contribute to a workplace that values all people, no matter the background or perspective, where we seek to foster a sense of mutual respect among members of our community and for all those we serve.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a part of our vibrant community at the University of Kentucky.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate must have the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships, effectively influence, coach and train hiring departments and provide leadership and problem solving. This individual must possess professional knowledge of hiring and selection techniques and quickly be able to gain an understanding of the business operations of distinct units of the University. The successful individual will deliver superior customer service, have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), attention to detail, planning and organization skills, information monitoring and analysis, and presentation skills.  We are seeking a collaborative, innovative individual with a strong respect for inclusivity and high emotional intelligence, which are all keys to success in this position. 



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer several years of experience and a proven track record in hiring and selection, coaching and/or consultation. Experience with Behavioral Based Interviewing techniques is a plus.



Deadline to Apply
01/20/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.