Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will assist in developing and implementing the talent acquisition strategy for the County.  This position will be the first point of contact for potential candidates and will create a positive applicant experience. Responsibilities include the facilitation of the full-cycle recruitment process from sourcing candidates to selection of new hires. This position will work in strong partnership with hiring managers, human resources business partners, public pathways, and exams specialists to continually analyze the recruitment process to suggest changes and improvements to realize talent needs. Additionally, this position will assist with building and promoting Ramsey County’s employer brand, conducting outreach and networking to build diverse talent pools.

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1. Design and administer full cycle recruitment plans. Create jobpostings in the NeoGovapplicant tracking system, review application materials for suitability of candidates based on qualifications, create hiring processes that result in certified eligibility list and process offers including salary setting.
2. Work closely with hiring managers and Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) to proactively understand hiring needs, collaborate on recruitment and hiring initiatives and proactively inform HRBPs and hiring managers on recruitment progress.
3. Identify, assess and engage a diverse pool of potential qualified candidates through proactive networking, external partnerships, job fairs, print, on-line and in-person recruitment techniques.
4. Assist departments with the hiring process development and administration. Provide suggested interview questions, participate on interview panels upon request and recommend hiring decisions when consulted. Conduct reference and background checks on candidates and gather information needed for job offers.
5. Provide guidance, consultation and training to management and individual employees on interpretation and implementation of the talent acquisition strategy.
6. Research, evaluate and recommend approaches and strategies to recruitment and recruitment efforts. Prepare reports that require research, data collection or analysis and application of reasoning, judgment and knowledge of governing rules, laws or policies from a racial equity lens.  Identify opportunities for process improvement around recruitment and hiring efforts.
7. Respond effectively to inquiries from employees, management, job applicants, other county departments or employers, consistent with applicable policies and the Data Practices Act.
8. Support County branding and marketing as an employer of choice in the Twin Cities area.
9. Assist in supporting new and ongoing sustainability of pathway programs, hiring initiatives and workforce development hiring. 

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Education:   Bachelor's degree in human resources management, communications and marketing, public administration, business administration, industrial relations, psychology, or a related field.

Experience:  One year of human resources, talent acquisition, recruitment or related experience.

Substitution:   Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications/Licensure:  None.

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

Eligible List:  The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Talent Acquisition Specialist.  This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 60 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted. 

Veteran's Preference:  This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process.  Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process.  Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks:  All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:  Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved. 

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application. You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact amy.jannetto@ramseycounty.us