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 25 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Donohue & Associates, Inc.