Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing and acquisition of qualified candidates, promoting diversity and inclusion in the hiring process, maintaining a strong branding and social media presence to promote current vacancies, outreach events, and campaigns in support of the companys recruitment strategy such as attending career fairs for local, sector, and company events. The Talent Acquisition Specialist also tracks and reports metrics regarding recruiting activity in compliance with company policy and procedures, federal and state laws, while completing other duties as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Human Resources and hiring managers to create an understanding of hiring needs and available positions within the company.
• Source potential candidates through online channels (e.g., social platforms and professional networks), organizing and/or attending job fairs, pen houses, and other recruitment events
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments and in-person interviews
• Conduct interviews with recruits to gauge interest, personality and salary requirements
• Assess the skills, qualifications and experience of potential candidates, using standardized screening techniques.
• Provide feedback to management about details regarding candidate applications
• Maintain accurate and ordered documentation on all candidates, searches, hiring managers interactions, and other recruiting activities in the Applicant Tracking System.
• Actively work toward building a diverse and qualified team to support the organization
• Onboard new hires and complete necessary paperwork, promptly and accurately
• Actively promote employer branding initiatives
• Define and report on company recruiting metrics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong initiative and solid judgment abilities/skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated ability to recruit for a broad range of positions.
• Demonstrated knowledge in all full life-cycle recruiting components including, but not limited to, sourcing, qualifying candidates, networking, assessing candidates, legal/compliance, job analysis, wage and salary trends, relationship management, and candidate due diligence.
• Experience in the continual development of talent pipelines and sourcing potential candidates
• Ability to speak knowledgeably about the company and answer any questions a potential hire may have
• Firm understanding and implementation of recruiting metrics to drive decision-making
• Previous experience developing and executing recruiting marketing and branding strategies
• Familiarity with social media, resume databases and professional networks
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems
• A keen understanding of the differences between various roles within organizations
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Office Suites including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access. Office 2007 or newer required.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment required in setting priorities of tasks among multiple assigned projects.
• Ability to modify own working style, approach, or methodology to fit new/changing circumstances.
• Ability to present information in an organized manner.
• Ability to keep human resource information confidential.
• Ability to consistently exhibit resolve and problem-solving skills in a medically sensitive fast-paced environment.

Education / Training / Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED, Bachelors degree highly preferred.
• Five years of related experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift or move small equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for limited periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to enter data into a computer via a keyboard.
• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *
• Ability to grasp and hold up to 30 lbs.*
• Ability to occasionally squat and lean over.
• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
• Ability to speak clearly and understandably; basic vision, corrected.
• Ability to see and understand data on a computer screen.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
• Strong relationship builder
• Good time management/organization skills
• Open Communication/Positive
• Goal Driven
• Excellent Customer Service
• Juggles Multiple Priorities
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).