Talent Acquisition Specialist

Zachry Group is searching for a Talent Acquisition Specialist or passionate learner of processes and fast‑paced environments to work at our office in Mooresville, North Carolina. In this role, you will support our Talent Acquisition team and guide hires through scheduling onboarding, conducting health screens, maintaining a safe workspace, preparing new hire packets, and providing exceptional communication to ensure a seamless first day. Responsibilities Provide necessary information and resources to facilitate a successful transition for new employees and ensure a smooth onboarding process. Schedule and conduct in‑office onboarding/processing and coordinate new employee orientation sessions on site. Serve as a point of contact for new hires, address their questions and concerns, and manage the onboarding process. Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team and site to ensure a seamless transition for hires. Monitor candidates’ progress of required tasks related to the hiring process (background checks, drug screen, health screen, I9 compliance, E‑Verify compliance, employment paperwork, site‑specific requirements). Facilitate completion of new hire paperwork, including employment contracts, benefits enrollment, and other necessary documentation. Ensure completion of paperwork and follow all legal and administrative compliance when onboarding candidates. Perform administrative duties such as data entry, communicate with site and candidates via email/phone, file, scan/copy, and schedule. Update the Applicant Tracking System in real time with candidate information and interactions. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to occasionally travel (e.g., job fairs, site visits, training, etc.). Must be comfortable conducting health screens and following HIPAA guidelines. Must be comfortable working with medical PPE and maintaining a sterile environment. Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to coordinate and manage multiple onboarding processes simultaneously. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills to create/maintain rapport with hires and Zachry team members. Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate the diverse needs and backgrounds of new employees. Ability to meet deadlines and expectations under high‑pressure situations. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Knowledge of employment laws/compliance and regulations related to onboarding and employee documentation. Prior experience in fields such as Healthcare, Public Services, Administration, Human Resources, or Industrial Construction. PHR or SHRM‑CP. Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee. Physical Demands Work will be in a general office environment with occasional work in an industrial location. Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and occasional lifting. May be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day‑to‑day. Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company Benefits Meaningful Work Team‑Based Culture Opportunity for Growth #J-18808-Ljbffr Zachry Group