Indiana Economic Development Corporation
Human Resource Generalist - Talent Acquisition
Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Human Resource Generalist - Talent Acquisition
Join to apply for the Human Resource Generalist - Talent Acquisition role at Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Role Overview
The Human Resource Generalist – Talent Acquisition serves as a hands‑on partner in the daily operations of the Human Resource (HR) function, with a primary focus on talent acquisition. This role leads end‑to‑end recruitment efforts while also supporting broader human resources functions, including onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance and payroll. The position balances transactional execution and consultative partnership, ensuring the agency attracts, hires, and retains high‑quality talent aligned with organizational priorities and delivers value‑added services that create and provide a positive and productive culture and employee experience for all agency staff. Salary Statement
The salary range for this position is $63,787 - $69,000 annually. Day in the Life
Talent Acquisition (Primary Focus)
Lead full‑cycle recruitment, including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination for all agency positions. Partner with hiring managers to assess needs, develop recruitment strategies and timelines, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and budget constraints. Facilitate candidate funnels and interviews with hiring managers and provide guidance on equitable and consistent selection practices. Draft, review, and update job descriptions to ensure clarity, equity, and compliance with agency and state guidelines. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and grow a strong talent pipeline. Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers on compensation alignment, candidate experience, and hiring timelines. Track recruitment metrics (time‑to‑fill, candidate flow, source effectiveness) and recommend process improvements. HR Generalist Functions
Serve as a point of contact, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee matters. Support onboarding processes to ensure a positive and consistent new‑hire experience. Assist with employee relations matters, including issue resolution, documentation, and coordination with HR leadership and legal partners as needed. Ensure HR practices comply with applicable employment laws, policies, and requirements. Support and participate in programs composed of cross‑functional projects and organizational initiatives related to process improvement, performance management, engagement, retention, and workforce development. Collaborate with internal partner groups such as Finance, Legal and IT on various tasks and serve as a liaison between external partners including the Office of State Comptroller and State Personnel Department. Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation to agency leadership and employees. Participate in building and maintaining an engagement strategy to foster a positive work culture and attract top talent. Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, templates, and tools. Provide support to payroll process as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need for Success
Education
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field required SHRM or PHR certification a plus Experience
2–3 yrs. of progressive HR experience, with significant experience in talent acquisition or recruitment. Experience managing multiple recruitments simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Hands on experience with various selection processes (phone/virtual/in‑person interviewing, reference checks, background checks, etc.). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong networking and relationship‑building skills. Strong decision-making and organizational skills. Experience analyzing and using data to an advantage. Multi‑tasking with ability to juggle multiple projects and meet established deadlines. Experience working in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and maintaining data in HRIS platforms, SuccessFactors preferred. Advanced computer skills, including payroll and HRIS systems, communication tools, and superb literacy with Microsoft Office suite, including SharePoint, Outlook, Excel. Understanding of labor laws related to hiring, compensation, benefits, employee relations and compliance. Skills & Abilities
Time Management – exceptional time‑management skills to meet deadlines while maintaining high level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. Project Management – able to independently initiate, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects at a time. Communication – excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally, concisely and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups; must be comfortable hosting and delivering presentations. Ability to communicate a compelling and inspired vision and core purpose of the IEDC and foster good relationships with potential candidates; must have a natural curiosity to learn more about candidates beyond what is written on a resume or cover letter. Adaptability – open to new and changing environments and information; able to comfortably and effectively cope with change and unexpected obstacles, shift gears quickly, and adapt as necessary; effectively deals with ambiguity. Independent Contributor – works independently, is self‑motivated, goal oriented, can meet deadlines without significant supervision. Critical Thinking – the ability to look at complex issues and problems, analyze the data, and provide recommendations to assist in making sound strategic decisions. Analytically Driven – ability to use data and metrics to inform decision making. Fast‑Paced and Diverse – welcomes a role that changes day to day with a variety of tasks and interactions. Self‑starter – acts on opportunities and issues without being prompted. Team Focused – works well within a team. Results Focused – executes strategy and takes accountability for results. Continuous Learner – wants to continuously gain new knowledge, approaches, and experience. Strong empathy and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Uphold ethics, integrity and trust required as an HR professional. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full‑time employees which includes: Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans. Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards. Health savings account, which includes bi‑weekly state contribution. Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match. Two fully‑funded pension plan options. A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers. Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave. Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off. 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years. Education reimbursement program. Group life insurance. Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits. Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Free downtown parking for most positions. Free LinkedIn Learning access. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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Join to apply for the Human Resource Generalist - Talent Acquisition role at Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Role Overview
The Human Resource Generalist – Talent Acquisition serves as a hands‑on partner in the daily operations of the Human Resource (HR) function, with a primary focus on talent acquisition. This role leads end‑to‑end recruitment efforts while also supporting broader human resources functions, including onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance and payroll. The position balances transactional execution and consultative partnership, ensuring the agency attracts, hires, and retains high‑quality talent aligned with organizational priorities and delivers value‑added services that create and provide a positive and productive culture and employee experience for all agency staff. Salary Statement
The salary range for this position is $63,787 - $69,000 annually. Day in the Life
Talent Acquisition (Primary Focus)
Lead full‑cycle recruitment, including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination for all agency positions. Partner with hiring managers to assess needs, develop recruitment strategies and timelines, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and budget constraints. Facilitate candidate funnels and interviews with hiring managers and provide guidance on equitable and consistent selection practices. Draft, review, and update job descriptions to ensure clarity, equity, and compliance with agency and state guidelines. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and grow a strong talent pipeline. Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers on compensation alignment, candidate experience, and hiring timelines. Track recruitment metrics (time‑to‑fill, candidate flow, source effectiveness) and recommend process improvements. HR Generalist Functions
Serve as a point of contact, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee matters. Support onboarding processes to ensure a positive and consistent new‑hire experience. Assist with employee relations matters, including issue resolution, documentation, and coordination with HR leadership and legal partners as needed. Ensure HR practices comply with applicable employment laws, policies, and requirements. Support and participate in programs composed of cross‑functional projects and organizational initiatives related to process improvement, performance management, engagement, retention, and workforce development. Collaborate with internal partner groups such as Finance, Legal and IT on various tasks and serve as a liaison between external partners including the Office of State Comptroller and State Personnel Department. Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation to agency leadership and employees. Participate in building and maintaining an engagement strategy to foster a positive work culture and attract top talent. Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, templates, and tools. Provide support to payroll process as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need for Success
Education
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field required SHRM or PHR certification a plus Experience
2–3 yrs. of progressive HR experience, with significant experience in talent acquisition or recruitment. Experience managing multiple recruitments simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Hands on experience with various selection processes (phone/virtual/in‑person interviewing, reference checks, background checks, etc.). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong networking and relationship‑building skills. Strong decision-making and organizational skills. Experience analyzing and using data to an advantage. Multi‑tasking with ability to juggle multiple projects and meet established deadlines. Experience working in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and maintaining data in HRIS platforms, SuccessFactors preferred. Advanced computer skills, including payroll and HRIS systems, communication tools, and superb literacy with Microsoft Office suite, including SharePoint, Outlook, Excel. Understanding of labor laws related to hiring, compensation, benefits, employee relations and compliance. Skills & Abilities
Time Management – exceptional time‑management skills to meet deadlines while maintaining high level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. Project Management – able to independently initiate, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects at a time. Communication – excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally, concisely and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups; must be comfortable hosting and delivering presentations. Ability to communicate a compelling and inspired vision and core purpose of the IEDC and foster good relationships with potential candidates; must have a natural curiosity to learn more about candidates beyond what is written on a resume or cover letter. Adaptability – open to new and changing environments and information; able to comfortably and effectively cope with change and unexpected obstacles, shift gears quickly, and adapt as necessary; effectively deals with ambiguity. Independent Contributor – works independently, is self‑motivated, goal oriented, can meet deadlines without significant supervision. Critical Thinking – the ability to look at complex issues and problems, analyze the data, and provide recommendations to assist in making sound strategic decisions. Analytically Driven – ability to use data and metrics to inform decision making. Fast‑Paced and Diverse – welcomes a role that changes day to day with a variety of tasks and interactions. Self‑starter – acts on opportunities and issues without being prompted. Team Focused – works well within a team. Results Focused – executes strategy and takes accountability for results. Continuous Learner – wants to continuously gain new knowledge, approaches, and experience. Strong empathy and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Uphold ethics, integrity and trust required as an HR professional. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full‑time employees which includes: Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans. Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards. Health savings account, which includes bi‑weekly state contribution. Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match. Two fully‑funded pension plan options. A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers. Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave. Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off. 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years. Education reimbursement program. Group life insurance. Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits. Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Free downtown parking for most positions. Free LinkedIn Learning access. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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