Talent Acquisition Specialist - Bossier

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents:

At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people.   Our Team Members are the foundation of our success and truly the most valuable part of the Live! brand

The Talent Acquisitions Specialist will be responsible for strategically aligning themselves with the lines of business to source, identify, recruit, and acquire top talent.  The Talent Acquisitions Specialist is hands-on and must demonstrate the ability to perform tasks as well as manage them.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Managing full-cycle recruiting and selection process for all positions and areas by collaborating with hiring managers to identify ideal candidate skills and experience needed.
• Sourcing talent and making or facilitating hiring decisions for exempt and non-exempt positions by developing a pipeline of candidates through various sourcing techniques (for example, campus events, career fairs, online job boards, social networking sites, associations); determining when and if to utilize third-party assistance (for example, agencies, organizations) for staffing needs.
• Managing expectations for the full-cycle interview process; consistently communicating expectations, feedback, and status information to candidates, hiring managers, and other stakeholders throughout the selection process.
• Providing weekly summaries of staffing progress.
• Attending job fairs and other community events as required for recruiting purposes.
• Communicating with candidates and team members to promote the Live! brand and culture to build interest in the company.
• Answering general questions from team members regarding the hiring process and on-boarding, benefits, policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintaining and modeling the Human Resources department and company’s professional reputation and confidentiality at all times.
• Coordinating, completing, and overseeing job-related activities and assignments for recruiting by developing and maintaining relationships with local community organizations and key stakeholders.
• Maintaining and modeling a positive attitude when interacting with operators, team members, community representatives and/or candidates.
• Supporting company-wide initiatives to meet internal and external customer business needs; identifying and communicating goals and objectives.
• Assisting with onboarding, licensing and/or implementing company-wide team member relations programs and/or events.
• Verifying all information on forms submitted by team member’s to ensure accuracy.
• Ensuring that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Performing miscellaneous functions and special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

 Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Ability to analyze and interpret FTE reports and other operational data.
• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in order to complete assigned duties in a timely manner, meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work an irregular work schedule when needed.
• Ability to perform assigned duties under pressure.
• Ability to operate a PC, laptop and/or IPad.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing across the organization.
• Ability to maintain a positive "can do" attitude under pressure.
• Must be proficient with all Microsoft software products, especially Outlook and Excel. 
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems preferred.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work in an interruptive environment.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• At least two (2) years of experience in recruiting.
• A four (4) year degree in a comparable field of study preferred.
• PHR certification preferred.  
• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by Louisiana Gaming Control Board or any other applicable regulatory entity as may be required to perform assigned duties, or as required by Live’s operating standards.

Physical Requirements:

• 24/7 operation requiring extended hours and the ability and willingness to meet the applicant’s schedules when needed. 
• Sitting 70%
• Walking 25%
• Standing 5%
• Keyboarding 50%
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to climb stairs and walk long distances as needed to access all areas of the facility.
• Busy, noisy, interruptive office environment.
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.