A talent specialist works with the management staff of a company or organization to determine what skill sets are most in need when it comes to staffing. As a talent specialist, your job duties are to first meet with managers to understand their needs as well as the job position and then look for possible candidates with the ideal qualifications, skills, and experience. You also work with the company’s HR department to screen candidates, schedule interviews, and help with onboarding. You can work directly for a company or a consulting firm or agency. To become a talent specialist, you need a bachelor’s degree in a related field and prior career experience working in an HR department.