HUMAN RESOURCES STAFFING SPECIALIST

University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Alabama at Birmingham

People & HR

university, fl, usa

Posted on Jul 1, 2026
HUMAN RESOURCES STAFFING SPECIALIST - (T237365)

Description

Human Resources Staffing Specialist

Job ID: T237365

Salary Range: $47,665 - $54,894.96 annually

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about connecting talented individuals with meaningful career opportunities? We're seeking a Human Resources Staffing Specialist to play a key role in recruiting and staffing efforts across our organization. In this position, you'll partner with hiring managers, identify top talent, and help create an exceptional candidate experience while ensuring compliance with employment laws and organizational policies.

If you enjoy building relationships, solving staffing challenges, and making a direct impact on organizational success, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Staffing Specialist coordinates the full-cycle recruitment process under general supervision and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state employment laws. This role partners with departments to understand staffing needs, develops effective sourcing strategies, screens and interviews candidates, and refers qualified applicants through the organization's online recruitment system. The position also maintains recruitment documentation and reporting metrics while providing guidance to departments throughout the hiring process. Additional responsibilities may include supporting temporary staffing, conducting new employee orientation, participating in career fairs, and assisting with special recruiting initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the recruitment and employment process from requisition through candidate referrals.

  • Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce and staffing needs.

  • Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.

  • Screen applications, interview candidates, and assess qualifications.

  • Refer qualified candidates to hiring managers using the online applicant tracking system.

  • Maintain accurate recruitment documentation and reporting metrics.

  • Provide guidance and support to departments on recruiting and staffing matters.

  • Participate in recruiting events, including job fairs and networking opportunities.

  • Conduct new employee orientation as assigned.

  • Assist with hiring for temporary positions when needed.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources or related fields.

  • Two (2) years of related human resources, recruiting, or staffing experience.

  • Work experience may not substitute for the required education.

  • No licensure or certification required.

Preferred Skills

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

  • Organizational and time management skills

  • Analytical thinking and sound decision-making

  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

  • Negotiation and influencing skills

  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office applications

  • Commitment to providing outstanding customer service to hiring managers and candidates

Why Join Us?

As a Human Resources Staffing Specialist, you'll help shape the workforce of a world-class organization by identifying exceptional talent and supporting hiring leaders throughout the recruitment process. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes directly to organizational success and employee engagement.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Human Resources

Organization

: 114401000 Employment

Employee Status

: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite