Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are seeking a talent acquisition specialist to join Donohue & Associates, a growing engineering consulting firm for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. In this position, you will have a critical role in ensuring that we are hiring the best possible talent and achieving staffing objectives by recruiting, evaluating, and interviewing job candidates; working collaboratively with company leadership and the talent acquisition team; advocating for the Donohue brand; maintaining and optimizing our ATS and recruiting tools; participating in select career fairs; and coordinating onboarding. Experience in the engineering services sector is highly desirable. Preferred location is Sheboygan, Wis.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the company's organizational structure, benefits, and mission
• Meet routinely with talent team to discuss hiring updates and needs
• Attract applicants by placing job advertisements and contributing to social media posts
• Determine applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants; analyze responses, verify references, and compare qualifications to job requirements
• Identify potential talent using various sourcing techniques and reaching out to preferred candidates
• Work with external recruiters upon request
• Champion employee referral program
• Use ATS system effectively
• Arrange candidate interviews by coordinating schedules with management and technical staff; arrange travel and itineraries
• Participate in select career fairs
• Monitor job offers and compensation practices; emphasize benefits and perks
• Actively participate in intern program by contacting and interviewing potential interns, conducting orientation, advising managers on training and coaching, and obtaining feedback from intern experiences
• Understand employment laws and best practices in the states we are located; keep managers up-to-date and conduct training, when needed
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
• Participate in employee check-ins to help strengthen engagement and retention, as requested
• Perform other human resources, administrative, and project tasks as requested by Donohue's management committee and other managers

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1-3+ years of experience desired
• Prior corporate recruiting for professional positions preferred; engineering industry a plus
• ATS experience
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or PHR certification a plus
• Strong organizational and notetaking skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products
• General knowledge of current employment laws and practices
• Effective collaboration is essential, as the role will work closely with other talent acquisition specialists, HR, and management to deliver aligned and effective recruiting outcomes
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources work
• Ability to travel occasionally for interviews and career fairs
• Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently

An employee-owned engineering consulting firm since 1997, Donohue & Associates has multiple offices across the upper Midwest. We work in multi-discipline teams to provide municipal and industrial clients with client-focused services for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. Engineering News-Record ranks Donohue among the Top 20 Wastewater Treatment Plant Design Firms, and our innovative design teams consistently receive awards for engineering excellence.

Donohue offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Flexible work schedules around core hours
• Short- and long-term disability/life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Professional organization support
• Discretionary annual bonuses
• Industry-unique monthly profit-sharing plan

At Donohue, you'll find a collaborative environment where your contributions directly influence our success-and yours.

Donohue is an Equal Opportunity Employer.