Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support the company’s growth and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recruitment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for building relationships with candidates and hiring managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide guidance on best hiring practices.
• Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals, to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Facilitate a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems.
• Assist in employer branding initiatives to enhance the company’s reputation as a great place to work.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or equivalent work experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and hiring top talent.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and employment laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality. 
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.