Talent Acquisition Specialist -- Agency Staffing

Job Description

Job Description

Be the connector who puts the right people in the right roles

Join our growing staffing team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist and own the full recruiting lifecycle—from sourcing and screening to interviewing and placing candidates with client companies. You’ll thrive if you love fast-paced days, clear goals, and building relationships with both talent and hiring managers.

Quick facts

• Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
• Schedule: Mon–Thurs 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM & Flexible Fridays
• Compensation: $20.00+ per hour DOE, plus commission opportunities

A day in the life

Morning starts with reviewing fresh applicants and matching resumes to open requisitions. Midday you’re on the phone—screening candidates for skills, experience, and cultural fit, then scheduling interviews with client companies. Afternoon is about pipeline-building: posting compelling job ads, nurturing relationships, and documenting everything in the ATS (Avionté preferred) so the team stays in sync. You’ll wrap with follow-ups on feedback, offers, and onboarding steps—keeping candidates informed at every turn.

What you’ll do

• Source candidates via job boards, social media, referrals, networking, and recruiting databases.
• Review resumes and align candidate qualifications to client requirements.
• Conduct phone screenings and interviews to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Keep candidates updated throughout the hiring process and coordinate next steps.
• Schedule interviews between candidates and client companies.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future openings.
• Create and post job advertisements across targeted platforms.
• Use ATS tools (Avionté preferred) to track activity and maintain accurate records.
• Follow up on interview feedback, extend offers, and manage onboarding requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with client companies and hiring managers.
• Hit weekly recruiting, placement, and activity targets.
• Assist with new-hire onboarding and employment documentation.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in recruiting, staffing, sales, customer service, or HR (preferred).
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfort with high-volume outbound calling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ATS software.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented mindset.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Ready to grow your recruiting career while making a measurable impact for clients and candidates? We’d love to meet you.