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The Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) strives to create a higher education workplace where everyone can thrive. HERC works to expand the candidate pool for higher education careers through outreach, advertising, and sharing job opportunities and career advice on its website, HERC Jobs. HERC also provides member institutions with resources and networks to bolster inclusive recruitment and retention practices.
HERC offers expertise in higher education workforce issues, inclusive recruitment processes (including the recruitment of dual career couples), and best practices for work-life balance in academia. Learn more about HERC.
For press inquiries, please contact Marcia Silva, Marketing and Communications Director: marcia@hercjobs.org, 650-417-3193.
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HERC Releases 2026 Workforce Survey: Job Satisfaction Alone Is No Longer Enough to Retain Higher Education Talent
San Francisco, CA — The Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) released the findings of its 2026 HERC Higher Education Workforce Survey, providing a data-driven snapshot of how current and prospective higher education employees evaluate work, stability, and career opportunities. Conducted from April 20, 2026, to May 22, 2026, the survey gathered input from 810 respondents, providing higher education institutions with valuable insights on attracting and retaining talent in a volatile … Read More
HERC Jobs Launches New Higher Ed Careers Podcast
San Francisco, CA – HERC Jobs, managed by the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), today announced the launch of Let’s Talk Higher Ed Careers, a new video podcast designed to support job seekers and professionals navigating careers in higher education. Featuring candid conversations with higher education professionals, career coaches, and human resource leaders, the podcast shines a light on the wide range of campus roles, shares practical strategies for career growth, and offers … Read More
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