Talent Acquisition Specialist

Responsibilities Manage the full cycle recruiting process for assigned requisitions, applying strong time management and prioritization skills to support multiple concurrent hiring needs while delivering a consistent candidate experience. Partners with hiring managers to ensure efficiency in time to fill while achieving quality and diversity hiring metrics. Understanding current and future workforce needs, including role requirements and turnover trends. Track recruiting activity and maintain accurate records within the applicant tracking system to support reporting and ensure consistent hiring processes. Support the bank's commitment to affirmative action and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) by promoting inclusive sourcing practices and maintaining compliant recruiting documentation. Proactively source, attract, and engage both active and passive candidates using creative and effective sourcing techniques to build strong talent pipelines. Work closely with internal talent to promote from within and align with development plans. Review employment applications and interview candidates to qualify against position requirements. Apply critical thinking to assess candidate fit beyond skills alone, considering alignment with team, culture, and business needs. Negotiate and extend employment offers and partner with the hiring leader to support a smooth transition from offer acceptance all the way through onboarding. Work with HR leadership and HR central team to ensure offers meet compensation and benefits requirements. Identify, utilize, and optimize external job boards. Research, evaluate, and implement innovative sourcing strategies and tools to continuously improve candidate flow and hiring outcomes. Represent F&M at career fairs, community events, in campus recruiting activities to promote employment opportunities and strengthen the organization's employer brand. Enhance employee experience through open communication and conflict resolution. Manage the Bank’s internship program. Qualifications Associate’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or extensive prior experience in human resources. Bachelor’s degree preferred for additional growth. One to three years of experience in human resources positions with at least one year of recruiting and sourcing experience. General knowledge of employment laws and best practices. Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking system – Paylocity experience a plus. Ability and desire to source candidates, build talent pipelines and promote employment brand. Demonstrated consultative approach to problem solving and critical thinking. Banking industry experience a plus. Recruitment or talent acquisition certifications encouraged. Valid Driver’s License #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor