HR Generalist - Talent and Engagement

Are you interested in building a career that makes a difference and creates a legacy? Parker University, the fourth-fastest growing college in Texas and the fastest-growing college in Dallas, is currently searching for a HR Generalist - Talent and Engagement to join our rapidly expanding team! We are seeking individuals who desire to use their unique skills to innovate and make an impact.

The HR Generalist – Talent & Engagement is responsible for leading talent acquisition, employee engagement, onboarding, employee communications, and employee experience initiatives. This position partners with hiring managers to attract and retain top talent while fostering a positive employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted HR partner to employees and managers and plays a key role in strengthening employee engagement, organizational culture, and workforce effectiveness.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Talent Acquisition

• Lead full-cycle recruitment activities for staff, faculty, and student positions.

• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies and hiring plans.

• Source, screen, and coordinate candidates throughout the recruitment process.

• Manage candidate communications and ensure a positive applicant experience.

• Coordinate interviews, selection activities, references, and hiring recommendations.

• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for critical positions.

• Monitor recruiting metrics and recommend process improvements.

Onboarding & New Employee Orientation

• Lead and coordinate New Employee Orientation (NEO).

• Design and enhance onboarding programs to improve employee integration and retention.

• Partner with departments to ensure successful onboarding experiences.

• Develop onboarding communications, resources, and materials.

Employee Engagement & Experience

• Lead employee engagement initiatives designed to enhance workplace culture and employee satisfaction.

• Coordinate employee recognition and appreciation programs.

• Support employee feedback efforts, including surveys, focus groups, exit interviews, and stay interviews.

• Report engagement trends and recommend improvement strategies.

• Assist with implementation of employee wellness and workplace culture initiatives.

• Assist with implementation of HR programs that support university goals and employee engagement.

Employee Communications

• Develop and distribute HR communications related to programs, policies, benefits, engagement activities, and organizational initiatives.

• Create employee-facing content for newsletters, announcements, and HR campaigns.

• Support communication strategies that promote transparency and employee awareness.

Training & Development Support

• Coordinate employee development and learning initiatives in partnership with HR leadership.

• Assist with training logistics, communications, participation tracking, and event coordination.

• Support leadership development and employee development programs.

Employee Relations Support

• Assist with employee relations initiatives focused on employee experience and workplace effectiveness.

• Provide guidance and support on routine employee matters.

• Refer complex employee relations concerns to appropriate HR leadership.

Other duties assigned by supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

JOB SPECIFICATION:

            EDUCATION/EXPERTISE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Minimum three (3) years of recruiting, employee engagement, human resources, or related areas.

• Experience with applicant tracking systems and HRIS platforms.

• Knowledge of employment practices, HR processes, and compliance requirements.

• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILL/ETC:

• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

• Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Visual acuity to use a keyboard and view a computer terminal. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp.

• Ability to travel and visit other locations; ability to stand and walk for extended periods as needed.

• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and/or move light to medium weight up to twelve (12) pounds and/or exert up to twelve (12) pounds of force.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WHY PARKER?

Founded in 1982 by Dr. James William Parker, Parker University has more than 1,800 students and 34 academic programs. Parker University proudly offers its famed Doctor of Chiropractic degree and Business and Technology and Health Sciences programs.

Parker University has been recognized as a Great College to Work For and one of the 25 Fastest-Growing Colleges in the U.S.

Parker University offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and the opportunity to engage with our unique campus community.