Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist for an onsite position. Must be located in Roanoke, VA; Corpus Christi, TX; Abilene, TX; Shreveport, LA; or Ft. Wayne, IN.

• Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned territory.
• Uses traditional and nontraditional resources, such as career fairs, on-line job fairs, community network events, etc., to identify and attract quality candidates.
• Partners with Sourcing Specialist in order to bring a diverse slate of qualified candidates to the hiring manager.
• Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring manager, transfer offer letters, etc.
• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process.
• Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure achievement of staffing goals.
• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, non-compete agreements).
• Responsible to ensure onboarding and new hire orientation processes occur.
• Works with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance.
• Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.
• Maintains memberships and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to industry.
• Takes the lead in the development of one or more annual Affirmative Action Plans.
• Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field preferred; or equivalent years of experience.
• Five years' corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Relationship Management Consulting /coaching.
• Some travel may be required.