What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition and Community Engagement Specialist position at Mid-States Concrete Industries?
Talent Acquisition and Community Engagement Specialist
Full Time
The Position
The Talent Acquisition and Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for the oversight of talent acquisition for Mid-States Concrete Industries four locations. They develop strong community partnerships that strengthen Mid-States brand and generate long-term pipelines. Responsibilities include:
- Recruiting: Oversee all recruiting processes for South Beloit and Browntown manufacturing facilities, installation/road crew, and corporate administrative positions. Review applications, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and participate in candidate selection process.
- Administration: Manage Paycom applicant tracking system data. Develop tools and guidelines for recruitment conversations and train hiring managers in interviewing best practices.
- Advertising: Track recruiting budget to manage cost per application and find high-value advertising opportunities. Support development of Mid-States employer brand and content that highlights company culture.
- Community Engagement: Foster deep community partnerships with local high schools, non-profits, apprenticeship programs, and colleges to promote manufacturing/construction careers and develop long-term recruiting pipelines.
- Onboarding: Generate agenda and support new hire onboarding. Partner newly hired team members with mentors and seek feedback to improve onboarding and retention.
- HR/Safety Support: Provide real-time support for employee relations and safety issues. Collaborate with Safety and/or HR Team to resolve open items.
- Travel: This position requires travel within a 90-mile radius of the corporate office at least 2 days per week. A valid drivers license is required for this role.
The Person
The Talent Acquisition and Community Engagement Specialist is an enthusiastic cheerleader for Mid-States Concrete Industries. They are excited to work with community partners, promote trade careers, and support the growth of students of all ages. They are organized, clear communicators who are willing to be creative when presented with challenges.
About Mid-States
Our vision is to change the world by being the safest and most innovative precast building company. We partner with our customers to innovate, design, and build meaningful buildings in which to live, work, and play. We commit to all of this by creating a positive experience with every interaction, having a sense of humor, and believing that being a little weird is a good thing!
Mid-States Concrete Industries an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, or any other characteristic or status protected by law
Required Qualifications
- Valid drivers license
- 1-2 years of experience supporting recruiting, training/onboarding, or HR Administration
- Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft office proficiency
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in human resources or related field; PHR or SHRM-CP
- Bilingual English/Spanish spoken and written language skills
- Experience working within Paycom HRIS
