Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Reports to: Corporate Human Resources Director

Job purpose:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the overall Human Resources goals by researching, developing, and implementing effective strategies to attract and retain a diverse pool of qualified talent for the organization. This position is responsible for services in all company locations across the Untied States and in Canada.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process from requisition management to new hire orientation.
• Recruits for technical, production, management, and executive position.
• Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on role, industry standard, and organizational needs.
• Participates in job fairs, recruitment events and other outside opportunities to promote employment opportunities.
• Collaborates with primary and secondary schools, technical schools, colleges, and universities to participate in activities and events to promote employment opportunities.
• Develops programs to create and promote the company as an employer of choice and fill the hiring gaps within the community. Works collaboratively when possible with other employers and/or educational institutions.
• Works with external recruiters to fill needs when all internal processes have been exhausted when approved and kept to a minimum.
• Develops an annual talent acquisition plan including advertising, social media usage, event participation, and activities aimed at growing our talent pool.
• Provides analytics related to recruitment on an ongoing basis as a point of evaluation of our processes and to create targeting efforts in trend areas.
• Ensures a diverse and inclusive hiring process is established by providing tools and resources for use during the process. Trains supervisors, managers, and others involved in the interview process on acceptable practices.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and company policies.
• Presents a positive and professional image of Volm Companies at all times.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of human resources principles normally acquired by the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or Communication, or an equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to competently perform the job duties.
• Human Resources certification highly desired.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment necessary.
• Previous experience in human resources and/or recruitment desired.
• Familiarity with common advertising strategies including social media, radio, billboard, newspaper, and internet job boards desired.
• Strong organizational skills necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics required.
• Must be detail oriented in order to ensure all steps in the hiring process are properly followed.
• Ability to interact with individuals throughout all levels of the organization, candidates, and other interested parties.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office 365 and prior use of an Applicant Tracking System or Human Resources Information System highly desired.

Working conditions:

• Frequent working in an office setting. Extensive time spent on the telephone.
• Travel to event or job fair locations up to 15%. May be required to travel to other Volm locations.

Physical requirements:

• Constant typing, talking, and sitting
• Occasional walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, reaching, and eye/hand coordination

Direct reports:

None

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.