Hybrid Talent Acquisition & L&D Specialist

NPAA; Lansing (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Paid holidays

Health plans

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Company events

Job summary

NPAA is seeking a Talent Acquisition & Learning & Development professional to lead end-to-end recruitment and design impactful training initiatives. In a hybrid role based in Lansing, IL, you’ll partner with managers to craft job descriptions, source top talent, and onboard new hires.

You’ll also design training needs assessments, develop materials and courses, and track results to continuously improve programs. Collaboration across HR and business units is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, business, or related field.
• 3–5 years in recruitment and/or learning & development.
• Strong knowledge of talent acquisition strategies, ATS, HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HR software, LMS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certification in HR, Recruitment, or L&D (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, CPTD) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Own and manage end-to-end hiring process: postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and create job descriptions.
• Utilize sourcing methods: job boards, social media, referrals, networking.
• Maintain ATS and ensure hiring policy compliance.
• Conduct initial candidate assessments and coordinate interviews.
• Negotiate offers and ensure smooth onboarding.
• Design and implement training programs with Sr. Manager of Talent Management.
• Identify skill gaps and development opportunities through training needs assessments.
• Create instructional materials, e-learning, and in-person sessions.
• Track training participation and measure program effectiveness.
• Organize workshops, webinars, leadership development activities.
• Stay updated on industry trends to introduce innovative learning solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS

LMS

MS Office

Job description

NPAA is seeking a Talent Acquisition & Learning & Development professional to lead end-to-end recruitment and design impactful training initiatives. In a hybrid role based in Lansing, IL, you’ll partner with managers to craft job descriptions, source top talent, and onboard new hires.

You’ll also design training needs assessments, develop materials and courses, and track results to continuously improve programs. Collaboration across HR and business units is essential.