Talent Acquisition Specialist - Erie, PA

Overview: As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will lead full‑cycle recruitment for our residential community homes, serving as a strategic partner to hiring leaders and a steward of an exceptional candidate experience. In this role, you will own end‑to‑end recruitment efforts, from workforce planning and sourcing through offer and onboarding – ensuring timely, high‑quality hiring outcomes for front‑line and critical residential roles.   You will play a key role in developing and executing sourcing strategies, building sustainable talent pipelines, and strengthening our employment brand within local and regional communities. This position is ideal for an experienced recruiter who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment and is passionate about connecting people to meaningful careers.   What You’ll Have Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business, or a related field (equivalent experience considered) Minimum of 3 years of relevant talent acquisition or full‑cycle recruiting experience, preferably supporting high‑volume or frontline roles Demonstrated success managing multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously Experience sourcing and building talent pipelines in competitive labor markets Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform recruiting decisions Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite (experience preferred) Valid driver’s license with good driving history   What You’ll Bring Passion for working in a mission‑driven organization that directly impacts individuals and communities Strong organizational and time‑management skills with a high degree of follow‑through Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with attention to detail   A Typical Day May Include Managing active requisitions and sourcing candidates for residential community homes. Conducting intake conversations with hiring managers and advising on recruiting strategy. Screening candidates and facilitating interview processes. Engaging candidates in the pipeline to maintain interest and connection to the organization. Attending or preparing for career fairs, community events, or branding initiatives. Reviewing hiring metrics and adjusting sourcing approaches as needed. Collaborating with TA team members to ensure consistent practices and coverage.