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Pathway Program Talent Specialist

University of California - San Francisco

$105K

United States, California, San Francisco

654 Minnesota Street (Show on map)

May 22, 2026

Job Summary:

The Senior Talent Specialist, Workforce Pathways recruits and places candidates from internal pathway training programs, such as EXCEL and other Workforce Development programs, into meaningful internal assignments. This role focuses on fostering relationships with program participants and hiring managers, ensuring a seamless transition for candidates, and meeting organizational workforce development needs. The Specialist prioritizes diverse non-traditional talent, builds strong talent pipelines, and provides market insights to support successful placements. This individual collaborates with hiring teams and the broader Talent Acquisition team to align opportunities with organizational goals. Occasional onsite travel (5-10 times a year) for team events/retreats is required.

Involves developing, implementing, and maintaining recruitment and placement strategies for internal pathway training programs and workforce development initiatives. Recruits, sources, and places candidates from programs such as EXCEL and other Workforce Development programs into meaningful internal, and at times, assignments. Fosters relationships with program participants and hiring managers to ensure seamless candidate transitions. Provides advice and counsel on employment practices, recruitment processes, and diversity-focused sourcing strategies. Builds and maintains talent pipelines that prioritize diverse non-traditional talent and align with organizational workforce development goals. Collaborates with Talent Acquisition, HR teams, and hiring managers to support placement outcomes and continuous program improvement.

Department Overview:

UCSF L&OD Workforce Development is committed to leading HR initiatives and partnering with the UCSF community to attract, develop, and retain the talent necessary to be the world's preeminent health sciences innovator. We provide services campus-wide from academic, research, administrative, and clinical units. Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement and collaboration, striving for excellence in workforce development and inclusion.

The Talent Acquisition team within UCSF Human Resources focuses on sourcing, recruiting, and placing top talent across the organization. The team partners closely with hiring managers, workforce development programs, and HR business partners to build strong talent pipelines that support UCSF's mission and strategic goals.

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
20	Yes	Recruit and place candidates from internal pathway training programs (such as EXCEL and other Workforce Development programs) into meaningful internal assignments, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
10	Yes	Serve as a dedicated point of contact for pathway program participants during the placement process, fostering strong relationships and providing guidance throughout each stage.
15	Yes	Develop and execute sourcing strategies to connect pathway program candidates with suitable internal opportunities.
15	Yes	Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to guide placement decisions and provide candidate insights.
10	Yes	Utilize innovative sourcing techniques, including networking and alumni partnerships, to identify and engage non-traditional talent.
5	Yes	Maintain a focus on talent access throughout the sourcing and placement process.
10	Yes	Track and manage candidate pipelines, ensuring consistent communication and follow-up with all stakeholders.
5	Yes	Provide data and market intelligence to inform search strategies and enhance placement outcomes.
5	Yes	Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR teams to streamline the placement process and improve program outcomes.
5	Yes	Monitor placement metrics and provide insights for continuous improvement of pathway program recruitment.
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Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years overall related experience with at least 1 -2 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or workforce development experience.
Experience with sourcing tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and social media recruitment strategies.
Proven ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruiting and placement practices.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with workforce development programs or pathway initiatives.
Familiarity with union-represented environments.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years overall related experience with at least 1 -2 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or workforce development experience.
Experience with sourcing tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and social media recruitment strategies.
Proven ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruiting and placement practices.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with workforce development programs or pathway initiatives.
Familiarity with union-represented environments.