Specialist, Employment

Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Position Title Specialist, Employment Position Type Full Time Regular Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional overtime Anticipated Hours per Week 40 Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary

Serves as primary contact for selection and hiring of full-time employees of the College. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding applicant, employee, and former employee information. Supports the selection process by providing accurate, courteous and efficient service to the various internal and external customers served by this position. Collects, evaluates, and maintains required faculty and staff credentials.

Duties

General:

• Follows the Colleges Policies & Procedures and applicable laws related to employment, hiring, credentials, and related areas.
• Assists in updating training, reference materials, and procedural documents as it is related to the employment process.
• Updates weekly spreadsheet report on current full-time and part-time regular vacancies and candidate progress for the Associate Director of Employment.
• Serves as a resource for candidates inquiring about positions and needing assistance with their application.
• Works with the Associate Director of Employment, Employment Specialist (Part-time positions and other colleagues in the HR department on continuous improvement, streamlining processes, and supporting the human resources needs of the institution.
• Provides support for supervisors and new hires throughout the hiring process.
• Receives, reviews, and logs incoming official and unofficial transcripts and credentials for new employees. Acts as a department point of contact for the credential verification processes including collecting and evaluating credentials required for faculty and staff.
• Attends and assists with career fairs as needed.
• Demonstrates RISE (Respect, Integrity, and Support for Everyone) respect for people as individuals and shows a commitment to providing a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment.

Full-Time Selection & Hiring:

• Works closely with the Associate Director of Employment, and committee chairs of full-time positions on the selection and hiring process. This includes compilation of the screening committee, prescreening of applicant pools, scheduling interviews, drafting interview questions and teaching demonstration (if applicable), and discussing steps in the selection process.
• Tracks and maintains log of screening committee involvement.
• Prescreens applicant pools and ensures the pre-screening of applications complies with the College's procedures, is based on the minimum requirements of the position, is a fair and lawful process, and is properly documented.
• Maintains updates to the applicant tracking system, communicating with screening committees regarding their responsibilities, and providing support to screening committee and committee chairs.
• Coordinates, prepares, and schedules first and subsequent interviews, maintaining documentation of the process. This includes coordinating video/phone interviews, when applicable, and emailing full-time interview confirmations.
• Schedules pre-employment assessments as applicable.
• Compiles interviewer packets for full-time interviews.
• Conducts background, reference checks, and other checks on all full-time hires, including additional clinical background checks required for clinical instructors. Review results and refers cases to Associate Director of Employment as needed, and maintains proper documentation for personnel files.
• Works with the college President's Executive Assistant to conduct background checks on volunteers.
• Conducts background checks for all unpaid/paid interns.
• Receives, reviews, and logs incoming official and unofficial transcripts and credentials for new full-time employees.
• Prepares paperwork to extend offers of employment at the conclusion of interviews and selection.
• Reviews and works with hiring managers regarding completion of the new hire credential form.
• Gathers new hire paperwork for new hires, entering the e-Verify, and ensuring all paperwork is completed for full-time new hires.
• Notifies all full-time candidates who are not selected for positions and close the respective posting in the Applicant Tracking System.

Part-Time Regular Selection & Hiring:

• Works closely with committee chairs of part-time regular position on the selection and hiring process.
• Provides guidance to committee chairs on how to: compile the committee, complete the pre-screening and screening of applicants, prepare for and conduct interviews, complete reference checks, extend the offer, and complete the ePAF.
• Schedules pre-employment assessments, as applicable.
• Conducts background and other checks as required. Review results and refers cases Associate Director of Employment as needed, and maintains proper documentation for personnel files.
• Reviews and works with hiring managers regarding completion of the new hire credential form.
• Gathers new hire paperwork for new hires, entering the e-Verify, and ensuring all paperwork is completed for part-time regular new hires.
• Notifies all part-time regular candidates who are not selected for positions and close the respective posting in the Applicant Tracking System
• Receives, reviews, and logs incoming official and unofficial transcripts and credentials. Applicant Tracking System:
• Serves as a first point of contact for supervisors and screening committee members regarding the applicant tracking system including training, troubleshooting, and user maintenance.

Back-up Support:

• Serves as the back-up for the to the on interviews for full-time positions.
• Serves as the back-up for the Employment Specialist (PT) supporting the part-time hiring process.
• Works with other HR Staff to provide coverage of the front desk.
• Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. Associate degree

2. Two years of full-time or equivalent work experience in an office environment with current knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, to include database applications.

3. Two years of full-time or equivalent work experience completing Human Resources related duties or employment recruiting duties.

4. Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.

5. Experience working in a public facing office setting providing excellent customer service (internal/external customers).

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree

2. Associate degree in Human Resources, Office Systems Technology, or Business Administration.

3. Experience working in human resources in a college or university.

4. Experience with Adobe Pro, Zoom, SharePoint, or similar software.

5. Experience using Colleague or similar information system.

6. Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint or similar presentation software.

7. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should:

1. Read the following before submitting the Application:

• Application Selection Process
• Technical Support Tips

2. Upload Required Documents:

• When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT

If selected for hire:

• If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

• Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region's premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.

With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

• 10,000 curriculum students
• 14,000 continuing education students
• 1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

• 71 degrees
• 30 diplomas
• 122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.

If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, and Support for Everyone.

This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for:

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Posting Detail Information

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 11/13/2026 Start Date 01/19/2027 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $46,728 - $47,736 Total Compensation

Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.

The total compensation for this position includes an 26.1% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.

Benefits Summary

• Medical and Pharmacy Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Death Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Policies
• Professional Liability
• Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
• Sick Leave of 12 days per year
• Holiday Leave
• All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
• Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• State Employees Credit Union membership
• Employee Assistance Network
• Annual Flex Benefit
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Longevity Pay
• Educational Attainment
• Personal observance leave (2 days)

Questions

A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home's life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• A-B Tech's Current Employee

• A-B Tech's Former Employee

• A-B Tech's Job Board

• A-B Tech's Job vacancy via e-mail

• A-B Tech's Website

• Family Member or friend

• Higher Ed Jobs

• Historically Hispanic Colleges and Universities

• Indeed

• Job Fair

• Mountain Xpress

• North Carolina Works

• North Carolina Community College System Job Board

• Other

• Western North Carolina (Human Resources Association)

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Applicant, it is important that you read the "Special Instructions to the Applicants" to ensure you follow the required guidelines. If you do not, you run the risk that your application will be disqualified automatically. The Special Instructions to the Applicants is located on this job announcement. Did you read and understand the "Special Instructions to the Applicants" in its entirety?

• Yes

• No

• • Before submitting your application, did you state clearly in your cover letter and application how you meet each minimum requirements and how you meet any of the preferred qualifications within the job announcement?

• Yes

• No

• • If an unofficial transcript is required for this position, it must be attached to your application or otherwise your application will be disqualified. Did you upload the appropriate unofficial transcript to your application?

• Yes

• No

• Transcript is not required for this job

• • Minimum 1: Do you have a minimum of an Associate degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 2: Do you have two years of full-time or equivalent work experience in an office environment with current knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, to include database applications?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 3: Do you have two years of full-time or equivalent work experience completing Human Resources related duties or employment recruiting duties?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 4: Do you have experience multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 5: Do you have experience working in a public facing office setting providing excellent customer service (internal/external customers)?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 1: Do you have a Bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 2: Do you have an Associate degree in Human Resources, Office Systems Technology, or Business Administration?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 3: Do you have experience working in human resources in a college or university?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 4: Do you have experience with Adobe Pro, Zoom, SharePoint, or similar software?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 5: Do you have experience using Colleague or similar information system?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 6: Do you have experience with Microsoft PowerPoint or similar presentation software?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 7: Are you proficient in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Veterans Preference, if applicable
• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 2