Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including requisition creation, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer extension, and onboarding coordination.
• Manage requisitions and applicant statuses within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Source qualified candidates through multiple recruiting channels, including job boards, networking, referrals, and community outreach.
• Conduct phone screens and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and interview panels.
• Facilitate panel and individual interviews as needed.
• Monitor recruitment metrics and evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and recruiting programs.
• Develop recruiting plans for hard-to-fill and high-volume positions.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for positions with recurring hiring needs.
• Post and close job openings within the ATS.
• Process transfers, promotions, and new position requisitions while coordinating with Payroll and Benefits as needed.
• Train leaders on the effective use of the Applicant Tracking System.
• Create and deactivate leader access within the ATS.
• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to support seasonal hiring and workforce planning.
• Attend and represent War Horse Gaming at job fairs, recruiting events, networking opportunities, and community outreach events.
• Assist team members with internal career opportunities during department restructures or organizational changes.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recruiting experience, preferably in the gaming, hospitality, or service industry.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using Human Capital Management Systems (HCMS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and recruiting best practices.

Demonstrates expertise in managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding, while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies. Proficient in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems and Human Capital Management Systems to enhance recruitment strategies and maintain effective talent pipelines.

• Recruitment Lifecycle Management
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Human Capital Management Systems (HCMS)
• Federal and State Employment Laws
• Recruiting Best Practices

• Recruiting
• Sourcing
• Screening
• Interviewing
• Onboarding Coordination
• Recruitment Metrics Analysis
• Talent Pipeline Development
• Job Posting
• Transfer Processing
• Promotions Management

• Organizational Skills
• Planning Skills
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Decision-Making Skills

• Gaming Industry
• Hospitality Industry
• Service Industry
• Recruiting Strategies
• Job Fairs
• Community Outreach

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Human Capital Management Systems (HCMS)