Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

Join Our Team as a Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist!

Are you passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment where collaboration and creativity are key? If so, we'd love to have you on our team!

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
, you'll play a vital role in attracting and hiring top talent across a variety of areas—including contact centers, consumer sales, administrative, operational, technical, and professional roles. You'll be involved in every stage of the hiring process, from sourcing and interviewing to onboarding, all while delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career in a company that values its people and invests in their success.

Ready to take the next step in your Talent Acquisition journey? Apply today—we can't wait to meet you!

While our preferred candidate will be based in Madison, WI, we are open to considering applicants located in our other Wisconsin markets as well.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Full‑Cycle Recruitment: Drive full‑cycle recruiting for technical, managerial, and professional roles, working closely with hiring managers to understand position requirements and develop customized recruitment plans.
• Build Strong Relationships: Partner closely with hiring managers to develop a deep understanding of their staffing needs, ensuring alignment throughout the recruitment process.
• Consult on Best Practices: Advise hiring managers on recruitment practices, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance within an affirmative action organization.
• Develop Targeted Job Description s: Collaborate with hiring managers to update job descriptions and craft compelling job postings that attract top talent in competitive markets.
• Create Screening & Interview Tools: Partner with hiring managers to design effective screening methods and interview techniques, setting clear criteria to identify the best candidates.
• Conduct Interviews: Lead phone screens and interviews, building rapport with candidates and assessing their qualifications to recommend top talent to hiring managers.
• Manage Applicant Tracking: Maintain requisitions and all candidate information in the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure a seamless, compliant recruitment process.
• Lead Recruitment Projects: Take the lead on recruitment team projects and processes that support overall talent management, including attraction, onboarding, and retention strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) - OR - 4+ years professional work experience.
• 1+ year full‑lifecycle recruiting experience in an affirmative action organization.

Other Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of recruitment processes as well as demonstrated sourcing, networking, screening and assessing interview skills.
• Ability to take ownership of the selection process and successfully manage a high volume workload.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to utilize, multiple recruiting sources. Proven track record of innovative recruiting initiatives and campaigns desired.
• Must have knowledge of up‑to‑date Human Resource policies, standard practices, laws and regulations and the ability to apply them consistently.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with all levels of staff and applicants.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills; ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with SAP and ATS helpful.
• PHR certification a plus.
• Must be available for some travel.

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