Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Summary: The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment for Data Center Operations roles as assigned within Network Connex. This individual will partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners in the development of recruiting and selection strategies that addresses current and future needs of the business.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate excellent judgment in providing hiring managers with appropriate candidates for open positions.
• Source candidates and conduct phone screens using various tools to identify candidates including Internet, cold calling, networking, associate referrals, and web-based assessment tools.
• Follow appropriate procedures/policies as required throughout the recruitment process.
• Effectively utilize recruiting tools to source both active and passive candidates.
• Work closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager, Hiring Managers, and leadership team to screen candidates for all open positions.
• Support company culture by understanding and modeling the company mission, vision and values.
• Work with designated hiring managers to review, analyze, and clarify job specifications/requirements, competencies/skills required, understand business operations.
• Consults with managers on screening and selection of qualified applicants and offer process.
• Support college recruitment programs and other related job fairs.
• Continuously track and update the internal Applicant Tracking System (ADP).

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills and the ability to take initiative and build productive relationships.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive work relationships with a diverse network of colleagues, candidates, and clients.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with all documents, files and conversations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Customer service oriented – recognize both internal staff and external candidates as clients.
• Ability to use critical thinking to help solve human resources issues.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business/HR/Marketing or related field preferred.
• 3 years minimum experience in staffing/talent acquisition experience including sourcing, screening and interviewing for various roles in Data Center Operations, including, but not limited to, Data Center Technicians, Regional Data Center Managers, Physical Security, and Construction Management.
• A strong understanding of data center infrastructure including structured cabling, network infrastructure, security.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in utilizing Microsoft Office 365 Suite of programs.
• Experience using a variety of job boards (really, LinkedIn Recruiter, Glassdoor, etc.).
• Experience with various Applicant Tracking Systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to carry and lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to speak clearly in group settings.
• This position will require sitting for long periods of time, walking, standing, bending, and using fine motor skills, such as finger dexterity.

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned.