Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing full cycle recruitment activities to attract, assess, and hire qualified candidates in alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and staffing needs. This position partners closely with hiring managers to ensure compliant, efficient, and equitable recruitment processes while delivering a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports additional recruitment-related and human resources functions as assigned by Human Resources Leadership.

Responsibilities:

Job Description s and Position Information Provides templates and guidance to hiring managers and leadership to revise or develop accurate, clear job descriptions

Processes new job descriptions and updates to existing roles; ensures accuracy prior to posting

Maintains position seats and position data within the HRIS, ensuring real-time accuracy and regular audits

Recruitment and Selection Manages the full cycle recruitment process from requisition through offer, following established organizational recruiting procedures

Reviews applications, conducts preliminary screenings, and forwards qualified candidates to hiring managers

Conducts pre screening interviews, coordinates interviews, and facilitates reference checks using third party vendors as applicable

Works collaboratively with hiring managers to understand position requirements and guide them through the recruitment process

Develops and posts compelling, legally compliant job postings in coordination with hiring managers

Designs and implements effective recruitment strategies to source, attract and hire qualified candidates

Develops and customizes interview questions and processes that incorporate the Agency’s mission and cultural values

Maintains required recruitment records, including candidate activity, interview notes, and supporting documentation

Analyzes recruitment metrics and provides insights to support continuous improvement of hiring practices

Recruitment Outreach and Employer Branding Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community partners, and employment agencies

Represents the organization at job fairs, networking events, and recruitment outreach activities within the service area Develops and maintains an online recruiting presence using social media and other recruitment platforms

Coordinates with Advancement staff to ensure recruiting materials and organization information are current and available for outreach events

Coordinates the use of temporary employees and serves as a liaison with employment and advertising agencies, processing related billings as required

Utilizes knowledge of organization benefits, student loan assistance programs, and other incentives to strengthen recruitment outreach

Internships Programs In collaboration with the Credentialing Specialist, coordinates internship and student practicum programs according to organizational policies and procedures

Pre Onboarding Initiates, tracks, monitors, and reviews background checks and other pre employment requirements in collaboration with the HR Assistant Confirms completion of all pre onboarding requirements prior to the employee’s start date and coordinates alternate onboarding dates when necessary

Compliance and Reporting Maintains candidate tracking information for affirmative action and EEO 1 reporting purposes

Provides regular recruiting reports as requested

Reports employee relations concerns, including complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights issues to HR Leadership in accordance with organization policy

Other Duties Participates in HR team meetings, trainings, and seminars as required

Recommends and collaborates on improvements to recruitment processes and procedures

Travels to agency and community locations as needed

Serves on agency committees as approved or requested by HR Leadership Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or…