Classification Title:
Talent Consultant
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
The Opportunity
The University of Florida’s Talent Acquisition and Onboarding team is seeking a collaborative, strategic, and service-oriented talent acquisition professional to join the Strategic Talent Group, UF’s internal executive search team. The Strategic Talent Group champions innovative strategies to attract and engage exceptional talent for key leadership roles across the university.
The Strategic Talent Group
The Strategic Talent Group (STG), housed within UFHR’s Talent Acquisition and Onboarding unit, is a consultative team of expert talent acquisition professionals who serve as the university’s internal executive search resource. STG partners with colleges and units across campus to deliver exceptional, strategic recruitment services that educate, guide, and empower departments to hire and retain outstanding talent.
This position serves as an executive-level consultant playing a pivotal role in advancing the University of Florida’s excellence through strategic recruitment. Talent Consultants design and execute competitive search strategies, identify and engage passive candidates, and support full-cycle searches for senior-level and hard-to-fill roles. Consultants operate both independently and collaboratively, functioning as trusted subject matter experts in talent acquisition and search best practices.
Our team values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and talents. We are committed to fostering a respectful and supportive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute meaningfully.
Primary Responsibilities
Deliver full-cycle talent acquisition services, including proactive sourcing of passive candidates, managing search logistics, developing evaluation criteria, and coordinating interviews for executive and hard-to-fill staff and faculty roles.
Advise and support hiring authorities, committees, and panels on best hiring practices and UF policies. Provide consultation and training as requested.
Build talent pipelines through relationship development, proactive outreach, and strategic networking.
Represent UF at career events and visibility-building activities and facilitate recruitment-focused presentations and sessions.
Utilize platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter and social media to craft and implement compelling outreach strategies.
Lead or support initiatives within Talent Acquisition and Onboarding that advance strategic recruitment practices across campus, including coaching and advising activities.
Expected Salary:
$55,000 - $57,000 commensurate with education and experience.
As part of the Gator Nation, UF employees enjoy competitive and comprehensive benefits, including flexible work schedules, health, life, and dental insurance; paid family, vacation, and sick leave; robust retirement and investment plans; and a wide range of discounts and perks.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Experience sourcing talent across disciplines and levels, particularly in higher education.
Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills.
Experience managing complex projects or events, with attention to both big-picture strategy and detail execution.
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Demonstrated commitment to customer service and authentic relationship-building.
Experience providing coaching, mentoring, or training to various audiences.
Professional and polished demeanor in client-facing interactions.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a competitive applicant pool is established. For full consideration, please submit all materials by Sunday, November 2nd 2025. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Required materials:
Cover letter detailing experience and interest in the role
Resume
Names and contact information for at least three professional references
Inquiries and nominations may be directed to: Mackenzie Burkett, HR Manager, Strategic Talent Group at stg@hr.ufl.edu
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
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