Title: Temporary Human Resources Partner (Recruiting & Onboarding)
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract – 6 Months
Years of Experience: 2-5
Compensation: $30/hr-$40/hr
About the Opportunity
TalentoHC is partnering with a leading university seeking a Temporary Human Resources Partner to support hiring
and onboarding operations during a critical transition to Workday. This six-month assignment will embed the HR
Partner closely with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and departmental leaders to facilitate hiring activities,
ensure a positive candidate experience, and deliver an exceptional onboarding experience for new employees.
This role is not responsible for full-cycle recruiting or candidate sourcing. Instead, the HR Partner serves as the
primary HR resource for hiring managers throughout the hiring process — supporting job requisitions, postings, offer
preparation, pre-employment activities, and onboarding. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with
strong customer service skills, exceptional attention to detail, and hands-on experience with Workday or a
comparable HCM system.
Key Responsibilities
Hiring & Recruitment Support
• Partner with hiring managers to initiate and complete job requisitions in Workday
• Review requisitions for completeness and compliance with university hiring practices
• Post employment opportunities and monitor job postings
• Serve as the primary HR contact for hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Provide guidance on hiring procedures, timelines, and required documentation
• Coordinate candidate movement through the hiring workflow within Workday
• Prepare and extend written employment offers
• Ensure all required hiring documentation is completed accurately and on time
Pre-Employment & Pre-Boarding
• Coordinate pre-employment activities for selected candidates
• Initiate and monitor background checks and related pre-employment requirements
• Communicate with candidates regarding onboarding requirements, documentation, and next steps
• Maintain accurate hiring and onboarding records within Workday and other HR systems
Onboarding & New Employee Experience
• Serve as the primary owner of the university's new hire experience
• Coordinate and facilitate first-day orientation, campus tours, and welcome activities
• Organize new hire engagement activities and quarterly social events to foster connection and community
• Partner with departments to ensure new employees receive the resources and support needed for a successful
transition
• Continuously evaluate and improve onboarding processes and the new hire experience
Workday Transition & Process Support
• Support the university's transition from Cornerstone to Workday (go-live July 6, 2026)
• Assist with process documentation, testing, and continuous improvement of hiring and onboarding workflows
• Provide guidance to hiring managers navigating new Workday processes
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, user experience, and data accuracy
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of
education and experience
• 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Experience supporting hiring, onboarding, or talent acquisition processes
• Hands-on experience with Workday or a comparable HCM system
• Strong organizational, project management, and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build relationships across all levels
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Preferred
• Direct experience with Workday Recruiting and Onboarding modules
• Experience in higher education or another complex organizational environment
• Background supporting HR system implementations or transitions
• Knowledge of employment-related compliance requirements and hiring best practices
About TalentoHC
Build Your Best Team Yet
Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Human Capital Consulting
TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing
leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including
technology, aviation, hospitality, media, and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape
organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating
leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of delivering long-term enterprise
value.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse
backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to legally protected characteristics.