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Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for: WesleyLife
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
  • HR/Recruitment
    Recruiter / Talent Acquisition, HR Generalist / Talent Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll play a key role in sourcing and recruiting top talent, and implementing the organization’s talent acquisition strategies. This role collaborates closely with the People and Culture team to define and implement new sourcing opportunities, continuously improving Wesley Life’s ability to attract, hire, and retain exceptional individuals.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
  • Full Recruitment Cycle:
    Conduct the full recruitment cycle for assigned roles and locations, collaborating with hiring leaders. Establish sourcing strategies, conduct phone screens, move qualified candidates through the recruitment process, and partner with hiring leaders on the offer process.
  • Candidate

    Experience:

    Manage the overall candidate experience, ensuring the recruitment process is attractive, responsive, and timely. Answer questions for candidates related to the relevant aspects of the position, participate in realistic job previews when needed, and assure applicants / candidates have the necessary information regarding the work experience, benefits, compensation, etc. Collaborate with People and Culture and hiring leaders while ensuring alignment with talent acquisition standards and goals.
  • Sourcing Tactics:
    Implement effective sourcing tactics, including internal and external methods to reach passive candidates. Consult with the People and Culture team to enhance presence through job fairs, open hiring systems, and social media.
  • Partnership Collaborations:
    Support partnerships with external groups to increase the candidate pipeline. Collaborate with local, regional, and state efforts, including high school and college partnerships, community groups, and grant-funded projects, as requested.
  • Metrics Tracking:
    Track metrics related to sourcing and selection, including time to fill, interview-to-hire conversion, and 90-day retention. Use data to improve hiring processes and outcomes. Collaborate with team members to implement changes for positive results.
Education & Experience
  • Five or more years of prior experience in a recruitment-related area with prior experience in developing sourcing and recruitment strategies beyond the daily recruitment tactical processes. A degree is preferred, but not required.
  • Must show full knowledge of recruitment compliance with the ability to tie their work to the organization's strategies. Prior experience in a health care or hospitality company is a plus.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to effectively consult, influence and negotiate changes on matters related to the recruitment cycle. They must be a champion of change demonstrating proactive, future-focused problem-solving skills.
Why Choose Wesley Life?

At Wesley Life, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

Wesley Life is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Wesley Life is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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