Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist Position Summary Transdev is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Management Talent Acquisition team. This role is responsible for developing and executing recruiting strategies to attract, engage, and hire top management and leadership talent across multiple locations throughout the United States. The Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a strategic partner to hiring managers and operational leaders, building strong relationships while delivering exceptional candidate and customer experiences throughout the recruitment lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a proactive, results‑driven recruiter with experience managing full-cycle recruitment, building talent pipelines, leveraging applicant tracking systems, and providing consultative talent acquisition support in a fast-paced, multi-location environment. This hybrid position is based in Lombard, IL, and supports hiring initiatives across an assigned geographic region, with occasional travel to operating locations as needed to support recruiting efforts and business needs. Transdev is proud to offer: The salary range for this position is $60,000k-$69,000k. Benefits include Medical, dental & vision health benefits - Blue Cross Blue Shield 401(K) retirement plans Paid time off and holidays 2 weeks’ vacation 5 sick days 8 standard holidays and 4 floating Key Responsibilities Partner with hiring managers and operational leaders to develop effective recruiting strategies for management and leadership positions. Serve as a trusted talent advisor by providing market insights, recruitment trends, and guidance on candidate selection. Manage the full‑cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, scheduling interviews, offer negotiation, and onboarding support. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure an exceptional hiring manager and candidate experience. Source passive and active candidates through various channels, including job boards, networking, referrals, social media, and direct outreach. Utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to manage requisitions, candidate pipelines, workflow compliance, and recruitment reporting. Provide ATS training and ongoing support to hiring managers and internal stakeholders. Monitor candidate movement and ensure timely review and disposition of applicants. Track, analyze, and report recruiting metrics, workforce trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Participate in regular recruitment strategy meetings and provide updates on hiring progress and talent market conditions. Support workforce planning initiatives and succession planning efforts. Ensure all recruiting activities comply with EEO, ADA, OFCCP, and other applicable employment laws and regulations. Assist with employer branding and talent attraction initiatives to strengthen the organization's presence in the marketplace. Support special projects, acquisitions, startup operations, and bid‑related recruiting efforts as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 3-5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably recruiting professional, management, or leadership-level talent. Experience supporting multiple hiring managers and locations simultaneously. Strong knowledge of recruiting best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methodologies. Hands‑on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), preferably including system administration, reporting, and user training. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple requisitions in a fast‑paced environment. High sense of urgency and commitment to providing outstanding customer service. Physical Requirements Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed. The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen. Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors. Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. Drug‑Free Workplace Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Legal Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr