Talent Acquisition Specialist

Description

Talent Acquisition Specialist 

Overview

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a pivotal role in our organization’s growth by sourcing, attracting, and hiring skilled craft professionals while also providing support for corporate hiring needs as required. This position will require a passion for recruiting, a deep understanding of the electrical or construction industry, and the ability to connect and build relationships with top talent. 

Responsibilities

• Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the field recruitment and sourcing processes and strategies based on the available talent, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
• Conduct phone screens with applicants and select qualified candidates.
• Schedule interviews; oversees preparation of the interview including written and hands on assessments.
• Assists with the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with hiring managers.
• Collaborates with hiring managers and human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details. 
• Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions along with hiring criteria. 
• Assists with job posting and job advertisement process.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employments laws and regulations, and compliancy policies.
• Develops, facilitates, and implements initiatives and processes to retain top talent.
• Attends and participates in career fairs and other recruiting events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred, but not required.
• At least 2 years' experience with high-volume recruiting in construction is highly preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software and other sourcing tools such as but not limited to Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• SHRM's Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential is a plus.
• Must have the ability to lift 30 pounds.