Talent Acquisition Specialist

For over 15 years, our staff has been dedicated to providing quality construction services to companies around the U.S. At R-2 Contractors we are passionate about treating our employees like family. Together, we achieve and exceed project expectations. It is important to R-2 Contractors that while we are providing diversified services, we always provide unvarying quality to match, no exceptions. We have a strong belief in offering the best customer service to our customers and to each other.

R-2 Contractors is a family-owned civil and underground construction company headquartered in Central Oregon with an Arizona office opened in 2021. Our work carries us throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond, but no matter where we go, our values stay the same. We deliver the highest quality of product possible while treating our customers, employees, and the communities we serve, with respect and fairness.
R-2 Contractors is looking for a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team! The perfect candidate would be someone with HR experience, someone who takes challenges head-on and is a self-starter.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process.
• Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
• Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
• Assists with job posting and advertisement processes.
• Screens applications and selects qualified candidates.
• Schedules interviews; oversees preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Assists with the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers.
• Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Attends and participates in job fairs, networking events, recruiting sessions, and collaborates with specialized staffing agencies to locate top talent.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics.
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, required.
• At least three years managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process is highly preferred.
• Experience in filling positions in the heavy civil industry preferred.
• Continuous education and participation in workshops and seminars.

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