Talent Acquisition Specialist

3+ years of experience in admissions, recruitment, or related field Demonstrated success using data to drive decision-making Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in complex, ambiguous situations Demonstrated experience improving systems, processes, and applicant outcomes through innovation and analysis Advanced proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Execute selection criteria and evaluation processes for program goals. Conduct interviews and make selection recommendations. Analyze regional data to forecast enrollment and improve conversion rates. Partner with teams to align admissions outcomes with needs. Manage applications and engage prospective fellows through onboarding. Oversee pre-fellowship experience for an inclusive onboarding journey. Identify and propose solutions for intake process barriers. Ensure applicants are prepared to start and complete training. Serve as subject-matter expert on applicant trends. Provide strategic insights to inform planning and recruitment initiatives. Represent regional talent in cross-functional meetings. Capture and track data for key results. Recommend technology tools and workflows for efficiency. Collaborate on improving pre-fellowship/onboarding process and technology use.