Talent Acquisition Specialist

Summary of Duties

The Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist will be responsible for management of the full pre‑employment & onboarding process of all new hires to the agency including employees, interns, volunteers, and independent contractors. They will provide a seamless & positive onboarding experience and maintain clear communication with hiring managers throughout the process. The TA Specialist may also attend career events and serve as a backup to Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists as needed.

• Manage the full new hire pre‑employment & onboarding experience, keeping all new hires engaged through the process to the end, sending tasks for completion in a welcoming and timely fashion, and communicating with hiring managers & support partners regarding new hires.
• Maintain clear communication on next steps and requirements with all new hires & hiring managers.
• Finalize new hires on their start dates within the HR Management System thoroughly and efficiently.
• Build and analyze a vacancy report to be discussed in the Talent Acquisition Huddles regarding open positions.
• Organize new hire files to ensure all supporting documentation is included, accurate filing, and compliance with documentation retention.
• Manage and set up final new hire appointments prior to orientation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (including I‑9 processing).
• Send completed new hire lists to various support teams within the agency to begin network assignment/equipment ordering process and scheduling.
• Process pre‑employment requirements for all necessary internal transfers and maintain clear communication between the hiring manager and the employee.
• Identify, screen, and present qualified candidates to hiring managers (as needed and requested by the Talent Acquisition Manager).
• Respond to assigned web help desk tickets and complete all requests within a timely manner.
• Represent the agency at hiring events as requested by the Talent Acquisition Manager.
• Promote the agency's Racial Equity and Inclusion concepts.
• Complete all trainings required by the agency.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in Business or Human Resources with 1 year of Human Resources/Recruiting/Onboarding or office‑related experience; OR High School diploma (or equivalency) with 3 years of office HR or recruiting/onboarding experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience using basic office technology including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), copiers, faxes, scanners, phones.
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable of agency's programs and services.
• Ability to multi‑task and remain organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• Reliable transportation with ability to travel between sites & to external events as needed.

• Welcoming, team environment that inspires you to thrive and be your best self.
• Rewarding work experience.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible schedule.
• Various student loan forgiveness programs.
• Multiple and diverse health insurance options.
• Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options.
• Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position).
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• We look forward to telling you more!

Entry level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Mental Health Care

899 Main Street

$20–$22 per hour

Non‑Exempt