Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi's most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children's behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the core values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive compensation
• 403b retirement plan with match
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• PTO/vacation
• Employee wellness program and counseling services

Talent Acquisition Coordinator - Position Overview:

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will manage the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing to offer acceptance, providing a positive experience for candidates and hiring managers. You will employ diverse sourcing strategies, attend campus and community events, and utilize recruitment tools through the applicant tracking system. Key responsibilities include conducting interviews, advising hiring managers, maintaining job postings, ensuring hiring standards, and managing applicant communications. You will also collaborate on offers, analyze recruitment metrics, and stay current on industry trends within the children's mental health and non-profit sectors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute full cycle recruiting: Oversee and manage the entire recruitment cycle, from sourcing to offer, ensuring a positive experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Represent the organization at campus events: Attend on-site campus job fairs and other community events as an organizational representative.
• Utilize recruitment tools: Use the Applicant Tracking System, third party sites, and LinkedIn Recruiter to source candidates for various positions.
• Conduct interviews: Conduct virtual screening interviews, refer qualified candidates to hiring managers, and make hiring recommendations when appropriate.
• Advise hiring managers: Provide guidance to managers and employees on hiring policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure organization hiring standards: Work within the Human Resources team to ensure that candidates meet standards, including thorough background checks and credential verification.
• Manage job postings: Update and maintain job postings across internal platforms, ensuring compliance with organizational and legal standards, and accurate candidate disposition steps.
• Communicate with applicants: Inform applicants of hiring decisions, application status, and potential opportunities, fostering a transparent candidate experience.
• Collaborate on offers and negotiations: Partner with management to make job offers and assist in salary negotiations, ensuring fair and competitive packages.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics: Measure and report on the effectiveness of recruitment efforts by analyzing key hiring metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on hiring trends: Research and apply industry best practices for recruiting in children's mental health and non-profit sectors, including understanding common roles, qualifications, and candidate expectations.
• Support additional projects: Undertake other responsibilities and projects as assigned by the Director of Human Resources and Chief People Officer.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field is required. Alternatively, an Associate's degree with 5 years of direct experience in a Human Resources function may be accepted in place of a Bachelor's degree.
• Must be willing to use a personal vehicle for occasional organization-related travel. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS, and LinkedIn Recruiter or similar recruitment tools preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or aPHR credential preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.