Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruiting process for assigned positions across the organization. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR teams to attract, assess, and hire top talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience and compliance with recruiting processes. The Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for recruitment activities and plays a key role in supporting workforce growth and organizational success. Manage full-cycle recruitment activities for hourly, professional, and technical positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop recruitment strategies, and provide guidance throughout the hiring process. Create and post job requisitions through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and external recruitment platforms. Source qualified candidates through job boards, social media, employee referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels. Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate qualifications, experience, and organizational fit. Coordinate and facilitate interview scheduling and communication between candidates and hiring teams. Maintain accurate candidate and requisition records within the ATS and HR systems. Manage candidate communications throughout the recruiting lifecycle, ensuring a professional and positive experience. Prepare and coordinate employment offers, background checks, and pre-employment activities. Support onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition for new hires. Participate in career fairs, campus recruiting initiatives, and community outreach events. Monitor recruiting metrics and provide regular updates on requisition status, candidate pipelines, and hiring trends. Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, EEO requirements, and company recruiting policies. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 2-5 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, or related HR experience. Experience managing multiple open requisitions simultaneously. Strong interviewing, relationship-building, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with hiring managers and candidates at all organizational levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Preferred Experience recruiting for manufacturing, operations, professional, or technical positions. Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms. Experience using the ADP Workforce Now Recruiting module is highly desirable. Experience supporting recruiting metrics and workforce planning activities. Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or Talent Acquisition certifications are a plus. Talent Sourcing and Recruitment Candidate Assessment and Interviewing Relationship Management Customer Service Orientation Organizational and Time Management Skills #J-18808-Ljbffr