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Executive Search Services
Executive Search Services
Whether launching a full-scale national search or needing targeted support for a key leadership hire, UHR’s new Executive Search Team brings expertise, structure, and strategic insight to help attract top-tier talent---at a significantly lower cost than engaging an external search firm.
Why Choose UHR Executive Search Services?
Dedicated end-to-end support
Tailored recruitment plan with defined timeline
Broader talent pool through strategic candidate sourcing
Streamlined and professional candidate experience
The Executive Search Team is equipped to assist with a wide range of senior-level and leadership searches across the university. These typically include:
Academic Leadership Roles
- Deans and Associate Deans
- Department Chairs and Heads
- Directors of academic programs
Administrative and Executive Positions
- Vice Presidents and Associate Vice Presidents
- Chief Officers (e.g., Chief Diversity Officer, Chief Financial Officer)
- Executive Directors and Senior Directors
Specialized Leadership Searches
- Strategic initiative leads
- Cross-functional leadership roles
- High-impact positions requiring national outreach and tailored recruitment
Full service Searches include
- Comprehensive intake meeting with the hiring unit.
- Leadership profile development or position description development.
- Establishment of a search project plan in collaboration with the Search Chair and hiring authority.
- Support in stakeholder engagement planning.
- Development of a comprehensive sourcing list in collaboration with search committee members, considering both traditional and unconventional candidate career paths.
- Candidate engagement and cultivation. Reaching out to invite individuals to apply.
- Advertising recommendations. (Hiring unit funds advertising costs)
- Assistance with the screening matrix development.
- Communication with candidates throughout the search regarding questions and concerns.
- Initial screening of application materials to determine the pool of qualified candidates for the search committee.
- Assistance with interview question development.
- Reference checking assistance.
- Social media review for finalist(s).
- Consultation regarding compensation.
- Offer letter development
Meet the Executive Search Team
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- Mary Thompson – Executive Search Services Lead
- Claudia Hamilton – Talent Acquisition and Sourcing
- Melinda González – Executive Search Support
*Need only a few services? No problem! Our offerings are available à la carte to meet the specific needs of the Search Advisory Committee.
