Talent Operations Specialist – Talent and Culture

WVU Online

. Provide operational support for Talent and Culture, including reporting, auditing, program monitoring, and vendor relations .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational support for Talent and Culture, including reporting, auditing, and vendor relations, while ensuring compliance with employment laws and managing background check processes. Proficient in utilizing applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite to enhance HR functions and maintain effective communication.

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Operational SupportBackground Check CoordinationVendor Relations ManagementReporting and AuditingMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

ReportingAuditingProgram MonitoringVendor RelationsBackground Check ProcessesApplicant Tracking SystemHRIS KnowledgeData AnalysisCompliance AuditsP-Card Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationInterpersonal SkillsConfidentiality MaintenanceCritical Analysis

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft Office SuiteAccessTalent Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Federal Employment LawsState Employment LawsLocal Employment LawsTalent AcquisitionStandard Operating Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational support for Talent and Culture, including reporting, auditing, program monitoring, and vendor relations
Generate, distribute, maintain records, initiate actions, and monitor follow-up for weekly, monthly, and annual reports
Coordinate the university-wide background check program and ensure regulatory compliance
Review flagged background checks and serve on the Background Check Committee
Design and provide training for internal university clients performing background checks
Serve as point of contact for employees, volunteers, and students throughout pre-adverse and adverse background check processes
Manage the background check vendor relationship, updates, enhancements, invoices, and payments
Maintain the Employee Relations database
Conduct weekly, monthly, and annual compliance audits
Organize and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and update Talent Acquisition webpages and knowledge-base articles
Process invoices and P-card reconciliation
Monitor and respond to Salesforce cases and multiple vanity accounts
Facilitate and monitor Parent / Child requisitions
Distribute weekly communications to hiring managers and new hires about WVU resources and orientation
Assist with policy updates, vendor contracts, and RFP processes
Coordinate the Dual Career Program, including intake meetings, follow-ups, and employment opportunity development
Support Talent Acquisition outreach, Handshake, career fairs, external job postings, job advertisements, and Workforce WV Virtual career fairs
Maintain recruitment outreach documentation
Order office supplies and track IT equipment
Administer contract services and vendor relationships
Schedule meetings, including candidate interviews
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in reporting, auditing, program monitoring, and vendor relations
Human Resources administrative duties or equivalent experience
Experience utilizing an applicant tracking system
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing employment policies and practices
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Access
Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn internal HRIS and talent management systems
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrated knowledge of current technology
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated research and critical analysis skills
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
Health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
Benefits eligible