Systemwide Advisor for Talent Acquisition & Management

The Systemwide Advisor for Talent Acquisition and Management provides strategic leadership and systemwide coordination for talent acquisition, development, and management across the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

Location

Location: Richmond, VA (onsite)

Salary

Salary: USD 100,000 - 128,000 per yearly

Education

Education required: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain standardized, equitable recruitment and selection practices across all VCCS entities.
• Lead systemwide strategies to expand and diversify talent pipelines, including partnerships with educational institutions, industry, and community organizations.
• Provide expert consultation to HR leaders and hiring managers on job design, sourcing strategies, competency alignment, and selection processes.
• Oversee the optimization of applicant tracking systems and recruitment technologies.
• Develop systemwide tools, templates, and training to ensure consistent hiring practices and a strong employer brand.
• Design and implement systemwide learning and development programs, including onboarding, leadership development, and compliance training.
• Build and maintain competency‑based frameworks that support career progression and professional growth across the VCCS.
• Partner with colleges to identify skill gaps and create targeted development strategies.
• Manage learning platforms, vendor relationships, and curated resources to support continuous learning.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on data and feedback.
• Lead systemwide workforce planning efforts, including forecasting, succession planning, and organizational capability assessments.
• Support colleges in implementing performance management processes that reinforce accountability, growth, and alignment with VCCS values.
• Develop and maintain systemwide job architecture, classification guidance, and competency models.
• Provide consultation on organizational design, change management, and workforce transitions.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to inform strategic decision‑making and policy development.
• Support colleges with reorganizations and restructuring, reviewing plan submissions and offering feedback and recommendations.
• Ensure talent practices align with VCCS policies, DHRM regulations, and state and federal employment laws.
• Partner with the SSC to streamline and improve HR processes that impact recruitment, onboarding, and employee development.
• Facilitate consistent interpretation and application of policies across all colleges.
• Represent the VCCS in statewide HR workgroups, committees, and professional networks.
• Lead communities of practice to strengthen HR capability and promote systemwide alignment.
• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with HR leaders, hiring managers, and campus partners across the system.
• Provide responsive, high‑quality consultation and support to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on talent‑related issues, risks, and opportunities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field
• Significant progressive experience in talent acquisition, talent development, or talent management
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and Pregnancy Discrimination Act
• Proven experience in managing EEO compliance programs
• Experience in organizational design and development
• Familiarity with job classification systems, talent management platforms, and workforce analytics
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and public sector HR operations
• Experience designing and delivering training or development programs
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and sound judgment
• Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across multiple institutions
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and drive systemwide alignment
• Demonstrated leadership experience in complex, multi site organizations

Special Assignments

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned
• May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

Occasional travel to VCCS agencies and to VCCS Conferences/Events

Additional Considerations

• Strategic and systems thinking
• Equity-minded HR leadership
• Talent development and coaching
• Workforce analytics and planning
• Organizational design and development
• Collaboration and relationship management
• Change leadership
• Customer-focused service orientation