Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist
Salary
$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location
Gunnison County, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GWA-NON CLASSIFIED JOB-06/2026
Department
Western Colorado University
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
Western Colorado University Campus, 1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO, 81231
Hiring Pay Rate
$60,000 - $65,000 annualized salary
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Human Resources Specialist, Maria BonDurant: mkbondurant@western.edu, (970) 943-2003
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
TO VIEW THE FULL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLY, CLICK HERE (https://western.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WESTERN/details/Talent-Acquisition-and-Onboarding-Specialist_R871)
About Us: At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
Description of Job
Western Colorado University seeks strategic-thinking, people-focused, and highly detail-oriented applicants for the full-time position of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist.
This in-person position (located on the Gunnison, Colorado campus) reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with our HR Team. This position serves as a bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western's current employees .
Responsibilities
The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist oversees full-cycle recruitment and hiring processes for all non-student positions. Through candidate outreach, prospect management, and pipeline development, this position will partner with University stakeholders to creatively and proactively source job candidates. This position will also work closely with hiring managers and search committees to manage job postings and advertisements, coordinate search processes, ensure legal/regulatory compliance in hiring practices, and generate offer letters.
As a welcoming resource for new employees, this position will coordinate all administrative aspects of onboarding. This work includes communicating requirements, tracking completion of onboarding documentation and mandatory training, facilitating system access, and serving as a point of contact for inquiries.
To strengthen the new hire experience, this position will develop and implement orientation programming that covers University mission, policies, and values. The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist will also participate in exciting institutional initiatives centered around employee support and belonging and inclusive campus culture.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Education:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or Bachelor's degree in any field and three (3) years of work experience in Human Resources
Experience:Three (3) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or a closely related administrative role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and execute highly detailed work accurately; Proficiency with databases and office software, including Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms; Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals; Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects simultaneously and receiving large volumes of information; Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet strict deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Experience in higher education, governmental, or public sector Human Resources; Experience administering the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of FLSA, Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and other applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations; Familiarity with the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including Recruiting and HCM modules
Supplemental Information
Compensation
$60,000 - $65,000 annual base salary; position is FLSA exempt and non-classified. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure
Apply online atwww.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application includea letter of application addressed to Maria BonDurant, resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at mkbondurant@western.edu
Application deadlineis July 7, 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
TO VIEW THE FULL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLY, CLICK HERE (https://western.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WESTERN/details/Talent-Acquisition-and-Onboarding-Specialist_R871)
Employer
State of Colorado
Address
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Website
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