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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist I
Agency: Texas A&M University
Department: Human Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate
Job Location: College Station, Texas
Job Type: Staff
A Glimpse of the Job:
At Texas A&M, we believe that great people are the heart of great institutions. We're looking for dynamic and results-driven Talent Specialists to join our team. In this role, you will help lead our efforts in identifying, recruiting, and retaining top-tier talent. This position is essential to advancing our strategic business goals by ensuring we have the right people in the right places to drive performance and innovation across the university. Our immediate need is for a Talent Specialist I.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.
Location: Position is located on-site in College Station Texas.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter and resume attached to the application will assist us in our review. You may attach the files during the application process.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist I: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and one full year of HR related experience.
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist II: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and three full years of full cycle recruiting experience.
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist III: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and five full years of full cycle recruiting experience.
Compensation and classification is based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.
- Excellent customer service orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of state and federal policy in recruiting, hiring and employment.
- Track record of personal accountability, integrity, and proven organizational skills.
- Strong written communication, analytical, interpersonal, customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of HR systems including Workday or other HCM application, background investigation and credential verification.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or similar field of study.
- More than one year of experience of recruiting, screening, interviewing, and hiring activities.
- Experience coordinating recruiting activities through HR representatives in the field.
Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist I
Agency: Texas A&M University
Department: Human Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate
Job Location: College Station, Texas
Job Type: Staff
A Glimpse of the Job:
At Texas A&M, we believe that great people are the heart of great institutions. We're looking for dynamic and results-driven Talent Specialists to join our team. In this role, you will help lead our efforts in identifying, recruiting, and retaining top-tier talent. This position is essential to advancing our strategic business goals by ensuring we have the right people in the right places to drive performance and innovation across the university. Our immediate need is for a Talent Specialist I.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.
Location: Position is located on-site in College Station Texas.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter and resume attached to the application will assist us in our review. You may attach the files during the application process.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist I: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and one full year of HR related experience.
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist II: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and three full years of full cycle recruiting experience.
Minimum qualifications for a Talent Specialist III: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and five full years of full cycle recruiting experience.
Compensation and classification is based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.
- Excellent customer service orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of state and federal policy in recruiting, hiring and employment.
- Track record of personal accountability, integrity, and proven organizational skills.
- Strong written communication, analytical, interpersonal, customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of HR systems including Workday or other HCM application, background investigation and credential verification.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or similar field of study.
- More than one year of experience of recruiting, screening, interviewing, and hiring activities.
- Experience coordinating recruiting activities through HR representatives in the field.
Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Talent Specialist
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
Your degree field must match the Talent Specialist job description your employer submits to DOL. A degree in human resources, industrial-organizational psychology, or business administration typically satisfies the specialty occupation standard for PERM filings.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications under HR or talent acquisition job titles. Employers who have completed PERM before already understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-filing.
Search green card roles using Migrate Mate
Filter for Talent Specialist positions with confirmed EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have filed PERM for HR roles, so you spend your time on interviews rather than cold outreach to companies unfamiliar with the process.
Negotiate PERM start timing before accepting an offer
Ask your prospective employer when they plan to initiate the PERM labor certification. EB-3 priority dates for most countries outside China and India move regularly, but the earlier DOL certifies your application, the sooner your green card clock starts.
Understand the prevailing wage before your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your Talent Specialist role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for your SOC code before negotiating salary, so your offer already clears the PERM wage requirement.
Request concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing when eligible
Once PERM is certified and your priority date is current, ask your employer to file I-140 and I-485 concurrently with USCIS. Concurrent filing lets you apply for work authorization and travel permission while your green card is pending, rather than waiting for I-140 approval first.
Green Card Talent Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Talent Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Talent Specialist positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals when the job requires at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field. If your role requires an advanced degree or you hold a master's degree that is standard for the position, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's attorney and the PERM job description language determine which category fits.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Talent Specialists?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, subject to an annual lottery cap, and lasts three to six years. PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to two years from labor certification to a green card decision, but the outcome is a green card rather than a visa you must renew or extend.
What does my employer have to prove during the PERM labor certification for a Talent Specialist job?
Your employer must demonstrate through a DOL-supervised recruitment process that no qualified, available U.S. worker applied for the Talent Specialist role. They post the job, collect and review applications, and document the results. The job requirements in the PERM application must match your actual duties and credentials, and the offered wage must meet or exceed the prevailing wage determined by DOL for your location and role level.
How do I find Talent Specialist jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship directly, which makes employer research essential. Migrate Mate surfaces Talent Specialist roles from employers with a documented history of EB-2 and EB-3 filings, so you can target your applications toward companies that have already navigated the PERM process for HR and talent acquisition roles.
Can I switch jobs after my employer files my PERM application?
Changing employers after PERM is filed but before I-140 approval generally requires restarting the entire PERM process with the new employer. Once your I-140 is approved and you've been in the adjustment of status queue for 180 days or more, USCIS portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar role without losing your priority date, which is a significant protection for Talent Specialists in the later stages of the green card process.