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Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Status: Full-time

Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will support ACCESS Excellent Talent strategy by executing the recruiting and hiring processes for the organization. The employee will be responsible for building a strong talent pipeline by developing and maintaining connections with potential applicants and sources, and establishing strong recruitment practices by supporting volunteer, internship and fellowship programming across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute the hiring process for the organization, including advertising, job postings, head hunting, initial interviews, managing approval process, conducting background checks and submitting offer letters
• Lead recruiting efforts and build networks to find qualified candidates through job boards, career fairs, connections with co-workers, recruiting websites, involvement in professional networks, etc.
• Develop, streamline and enhance staffing systems, tracking reporting and analysis as necessary
• Work with organization management to develop job descriptions, match final job description against salary and market data for proper salary range placement
• Make employment offers and ensure consistency related to job and salary placement across the organization
• Manage the organizations applicant tracking system and develop metrics that are needed to evaluate the usage of job boards
• Make employment changes based on direction from management
• Support the development and management of an ACCESS volunteer program for episodic and long-term volunteers
• Support the development and management of ACCESS volunteer and fellowship programming
• Plan and execute volunteer events of different sizes across different functional areas of the organization
• Plan and execute appreciation events for our volunteers, interns and fellows
• Think strategically, recommending new approaches, policies, procedures and initiatives for the HR department to support the mission of the organization
• Analyze data and use technology to proactively identify and diagnose business needs, opportunities and develop solutions to meet those needs
• Evaluate current software, benefits and recommends new approaches for employee benefits and new goals to retain employees
• Participate in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars
• Develop and maintain accurate information management and filing systems to ensure compliance with records retention policies
• Ensure compliance with all federal/state/local employment laws and regulations
• May administer the organizations learning management system
• May support employee onboarding and orientations
• May support the planning and execution of ACCESS events
• Perform through background checks before hiring and during employment as deemed appropriate. This includes reviewing criminal records, conducting drug tests, fingerprinting, confirming previous jobs, checking references, validating education and licenses, assessing driving history, screening for child abuse, and carrying out any other reviews require by the job, funders, or applicable laws
• May assist CHRC with the credentialing, training, and background check process
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of recruiting and volunteer management
• Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of federal and state employment laws and practices

Skill in:

• Operating applicant tracking systems and recruiting sites a plus
• Oral and written communication
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office

Ability to:

• Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
• Incite enthusiasm in others
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail while maintaining a big picture orientation
• Gather information, identify linkages and trends and apply findings to assignments

• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment

• Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Degree Required:

• Bachelors Degree

• Required Disciplines:
  • Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology or related field

~and~

• 3 years of experience with recruiting, volunteer management, and community engagement
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:
  • None
  • Certified volunteer administrator preferred

Working Conditions:

Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required

Travel Required: Local, and in-state travel up to 20%.

Working Environment: Climate controlled office