Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Founded and family-owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads' capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state-of-the-art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership. As a member of the Rhoads team, you'll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads.

We are currently looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for supporting high-volume recruiting efforts while driving best-in-class candidate experiences and strategic hiring initiatives. The TAS will recruit for a variety of positions including but not limited to Professional, Technical, Production and Temporary roles. The ideal candidate will be skilled in sourcing top talent, supporting hiring managers throughout the talent acquisition process, driving best practices in the assessment and selection process, managing key stakeholders, developing and strengthening employer branding initiatives, and delivering timely and data-driven recruitment outcomes.

What You Will Be Doing

• Recruitment & Sourcing
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for high-volume roles across departments, from requisition to onboarding.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, social media, and networking.
• Maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates for both immediate and future needs.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates based on role requirements and organizational fit.

• Stakeholder Management
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, job specifications, and ideal candidate profiles.
• Provide regular updates, guidance, and support to hiring teams throughout the recruitment process.
• Conduct intake meetings and facilitate debriefs to ensure alignment and consistency in decision-making.

• Employer Branding
• Collaborate across HR and Rhoads leadership to promote employer brand initiatives and recruitment campaigns.
• Champion a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.
• Represent the company at recruiting events, career fairs, and networking engagements.

• Reporting & Compliance
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, source effectiveness, candidate conversion rates).
• Supporting Talent Director in preparing weekly/monthly reports and present key insights to HR and senior leadership.
• Ensure recruiting practices align with internal policies and compliance standards (e.g., EEO, OFCCP, GDPR).
• Assist in the development of the job descriptions and create compelling and accurate job postings to attract qualified candidates. Post job openings on various platforms in compliance with the company's AAP Plan and monitor the responses.

• Process Improvement & Talent Strategy
• Recommend improvements to talent acquisition workflows and systems.
• Contribute to projects around diversity hiring, talent market research, and automation.
• Serve as a mentor or lead to junior recruiters, providing coaching and support.

• Additional Responsibilities
• Performs additional related duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Certification in HR or Recruiting (i.e. PHR, SHRM-CP, AIRS) a plus
• 3-5+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, with at least 2 years in high-volume or corporate environments.
• Strong proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with data-driven recruitment and reporting.
• Experience supporting corporate functions (i.e. Operations, IT, Finance, Quality, Safety, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience implementing employer branding strategies across platforms such as Glassdoor, LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.

The Work Environment at Rhoads

• The performance of this position involves exposure to construction or industrial areas where the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats and hearing protection is required.

What Rhoads Can Offer You

• Competitive health insurance packages
• 401k matching
• PTO

Our Location

• We are based out of The Navy Yard in Philadelphia, a reimagined industrial locale with more than 150 companies, 15,000+ people, 20 acres of parks, dining options, public art, and events throughout the year. Recognized as a leading model for repurposing military and industrial assets for a diversified modern economy, The Navy Yard has been dubbed "the coolest shipyard in America."

Rhoads Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, and disability.