• Job Description

  Req#: 6530

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  Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

  Department:

  GG_Human Resources: Talent Management

  Salary Range Minimum:

  $52,000.00

  Salary Range Maximum:

  $81,604.02

  Closing Date:

  12/22/2025

  Job Details:

  This is highly responsible professional work within the Human Resources department engaged in the delivery of Talent Acquisition services and initiatives to achieve the goals of the department, the division and the city. Positions allocated to this classification report to the Talent Acquisition Manager and work under general direction. Work in this class is distinguished from other classifications by its extensive Talent Acquisition knowledge used to improve the overall productivity of the workplace.

  Job Description:

  SUMMARY

  This is highly responsible professional work within the Human Resources department engaged in the delivery of Talent Acquisition services and initiatives to achieve the goals of the department, the division and the city.

  Positions allocated to this classification report to the Talent Acquisition Manager and work under general direction. Work in this class is distinguished from other classifications by its extensive Talent Acquisition knowledge used to improve the overall productivity of the workplace.

  EXAMPLES OF WORK*

  *This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  Partners with management to provide assistance to assigned departments in the analysis of Talent Acquisition services and initiatives to achieve the goals of the department, the division and the city.

  Acts as a consultant to management for recruiting, selection and processing of applicants for internal and external selection processes for assigned departments, including but not limited to: partnering with hiring managers to develop and implement recruitment strategies, leading diversity recruitment efforts, leading the development of interview questions and pre-employment tests or assessments and maintaining relevant records, statistics and documentation.

  Partners with management to develop and implement recruiting and hiring strategies to ensure that hiring processes consistently attract a diverse pool of highly qualified candidates.

  Coordinates salary offers with Classification and Compensation and the hiring manager. Ensures compliance with the collective bargaining agreements and Human Resources policies. Extends employment offers to selected candidates. Facilitates pre-employment physicals and on-boarding process.

  Responsible for updating and maintaining applicant tracking system; maintains relevant records, statistics and documentation.

  Maintains personnel records through appropriate systems, forms, procedures, and methods of recordkeeping.

  Conducts ad-hoc and recurring research and analysis to evaluate effectiveness of Talent Acquisition services and initiatives. Prepares worksheets, reports, summaries, charts, slides, graphs and other visual aids to presents findings and recommendations to management to assist in interpreting data for effective results.

  Prepares periodic and ad hoc human resources communications. Produces and distributes informational materials to employees and other individuals.

  Represents the City at various local or state level recruitment events to include job fairs, conferences and other engagements.

  Ensures Federal, State and local employment laws are followed, including equal opportunity, affirmative action and veteran’s preference.

  Assists management in formulating recommended changes to policies, procedures and processes.

  Keeps abreast of current trends in Talent Acquisition.

  Incumbents may be located in the assigned department.

  Attends work on continuous and regular basis.

  NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  Serves on departmental and cross-functional project teams, committees and task forces; may act as lead or subject matter expert.

  May be responsible for updating and maintaining the Talent Acquisition intranet site.

  May assist other Talent Acquisition staff, as needed.

  May assist Learning and Organizational Development in the delivery of employee training.

  Performs other related duties as assigned.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field and three (3) years of professional level Talent Acquisition experience in a Human Resources department ;

  or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

  Professional level experience in a Human Resources department working with represented employees and union representatives is preferred.

  An MBA or a Master's degree in Human Resources or Organizational Development may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

  CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

  Licenses

  Valid driver license required at time of appointment. Valid Florida driver license required within thirty (30) days of appointment.

  Certifications

  Human Resources Professional (PHR, SPHR) certification through the Human Resources Certification Institute or Certified Professional (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) through the Society for Human Resource Management is preferred.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  Considerable knowledge of principles, theories, methods and practices of human resources including recruitment and staffing.

  Considerable knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes which govern human resources functions.

  Ability to maintain security and confidentiality.

  Demonstrates a strong customer orientation.

  Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to interact collaboratively and productively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds including elected and appointed government officials, Charter Officers, City employees, union representatives, representatives of other agencies, and the general public.

  Ability to work in a collaborative environment and respect the perspective and opinions of others.

  Excellent written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by the ability to articulate complex information and issues clearly, concisely, and persuasively.

  Ability to work under high stress levels, with frequent interruptions and with tight and often changing deadlines.

  Strong project management and organizational skills to plan and independently execute projects/tasks within specific deadlines.

  Ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands with the appropriate sense of urgency.

  Ability to effectively lead or work as a member of a self-directed work team.

  Ability to work independently and take initiative.

  Strong critical and creative thinking skills to assess and resolve problems or issues by gathering and assessing information, taking advice, and using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations or law.

  Strong analytical and research skills as demonstrated by the ability to develop, assess, and blend information and recommendations from a wide variety of sources.

  Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, build consensus and promote the exchange of information.

  Ability to develop and implement long- and short-term plans and programs and to evaluate results.

  Ability to identify actual and potential problems.

  Experience and ability to design materials, including reports, presentations and communications, to effectively educate the workforce about key Talent Acquisition services and initiatives.

  Demonstrated working knowledge of personal computers and related departmental software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  May be required to work outside regular business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

  Note:

  May Require Assessment(s).

  May fill multiple positions.

  May establish an eligibility list.

  Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

  All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also o ff er great things like on-site fi tness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical sta ff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

  Equal Opportunity

  The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

  Veterans' Preference

  Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

  If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.

• About the company

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