Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid/Remote) Company: Integr8staff Position Overview Integr8staff is a highly regarded, boutique staffing and recruitment firm headquarters in Southern California. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support talent acquisition initiatives through full-cycle recruiting, candidate sourcing, market research, talent mapping, digital outreach, and strategic partnership development. This role will work closely with leadership to help expand our presence in the Los Angeles market while delivering exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences. Key Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned openings, including intake meetings, sourcing strategy, candidate outreach, screening, interview coordination, offer support, and onboarding activities. Build and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search methodologies, referrals, networking, social recruiting, industry research, and applicant databases. Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to define hiring needs, develop candidate profiles, provide market intelligence, and guide selection decisions. Screen and evaluate candidates for skills, experience, qualifications, and cultural alignment before advancing them through the hiring process. Manage multiple requisitions simultaneously while maintaining responsiveness, organization, and a high-quality candidate experience. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the applicant tracking system, including candidate status updates, interview feedback, notes, and recruiting activity. Conduct talent mapping, market research, and competitive intelligence activities to identify emerging talent pools and hiring opportunities. Support recruiting marketing efforts through email campaigns, social media outreach, talent engagement initiatives, and employer branding activities. Develop relationships with professional organizations, community groups, educational institutions, and industry networks to expand candidate pipelines. Communicate consistently with candidates, clients, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely scheduling, feedback exchange, and hiring decisions. Track recruiting metrics and performance indicators to support hiring goals and continuous process improvement. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred. Minimum one to three years of recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, HR, or related experience. Experience utilizing sourcing tools and platforms including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, job boards, and social recruiting channels. Working knowledge of AI-powered recruiting and marketing tools, including Microsoft Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, email marketing platforms, and social media tools. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates, clients, and business partners. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Experience within a staffing agency, executive search, RPO, or high-volume recruiting environment. Knowledge of digital marketing, SEO, email marketing campaigns, and employer branding strategies. Strong business acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders and provide consultative recruiting support. Entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to thrive in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Core Competencies Full-Cycle Recruiting Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development Candidate Relationship Management Stakeholder Consultation Market Research & Talent Mapping Digital Recruiting & Social Media Outreach ATS & CRM Administration Communication & Negotiation Time Management & Organization Results-Oriented Execution #J-18808-Ljbffr Integr8staff