Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sterling Group is a family-owned vertically integrated real estate investment services firm started in 1976. Our organization includes development, construction, property management and investment management with a specialty in multifamily housing and self-storage facilities. Our executives are involved daily and work closely with over 375 colleagues in multiple states throughout the Midwest and Southeast. We are looking for self-driven professionals with high accountability and integrity. Why work for Sterling Group? Training and Career advancement opportunities Recognition programs Competitive wages Full benefits Family friendly culture Work life balance As Talent Acquisition Specialist you will: Partner with hiring managers to attract, screen, interview, and hire top talent. Manage job requisitions, postings, and candidate pipelines within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Conduct candidate pre-screens, assessments, reference checks, and employment verifications. Lead regular recruiting meetings and provide guidance on interview best practices and selection tools. Prepare and deliver employment offers, sign-on bonus approvals, and internal job change coordination. Maintain accurate recruiting records, dashboards, metrics, and position control documentation. Represent the organization at job fairs, networking events, and other talent acquisition activities. Promote a positive candidate experience while serving as an ambassador for the company’s culture and values. Manage pre-employment processes, including background checks, drug screenings, and I-9 compliance. Coordinate onboarding activities, new hire orientation, HRIS setup, and first-day readiness. Administer employee badge programs and new hire milestone recognition initiatives. Support general HR operations, special projects, and departmental initiatives as needed. Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality of hire, time to fill, onboarding effectiveness, and employee retention. Reports to: Talent Acquisition Manager Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field 2+ years of demonstrated experience in all phases of recruitment or talent acquisition to include sourcing candidates, interviewing and selection, checking references in compliance with applicable employment laws. Solid competency with Microsoft programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Familiarity with ATS software and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Paycor) Experience with virtual collaboration tools (MS Teams, Zoom) Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment Must be extremely perceptive and capable of relating to individuals at all levels SHRM-SCP and or SPHR preferred Medical Vision Flexible Spending Account Group Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Supplemental programs 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Employee Assistance Plan Paid Time Off Paid holidays **Sterling Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr