Onsite Talent Acquisition Specialist — Compliance & Sourcing

Odawa Casino Resort; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Odawa Casino Resort is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment for the enterprise in Petoskey, MI. The role focuses on sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer administration, ensuring adherence to Tribal Preference and gaming regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will manage ATS, coordinate interviews, advise hiring managers, and develop structured interview guides as part of a compliant and strategic talent acquisition function.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and three (3) years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources.
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Knowledge of recruitment, selection, interviewing, and employment practices.
• Strong understanding of Tribal Preference requirements and applicable employment laws.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Post and monitor job vacancies on internal and external platforms.
• Source qualified candidates through networks, job boards, social media, and partnerships.
• Screen applications and resumes to identify qualified candidates.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Participate in candidate interviews and support managers with decisions.
• Conduct reference checks, pre-employment testing, and verification.
• Coordinate background checks, credential verification, drug testing, and MVR reviews.
• Prepare and extend conditional and final job offers.
• Communicate hiring decisions and next steps to candidates.
• Ensure recruitment activity compliance with Tribal Preference and policies.
• Train hiring managers on recruitment and interview practices.
• Develop interview guides, criteria, and evaluation tools.
• Assist departments with recruitment strategies for difficult roles.
• Build partnerships with Tribal organizations and community partners.
• Represent the organization at recruiting events and promote opportunities.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Develop internship, apprenticeship, and workforce development programs.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and candidate experiences.
• Assist with workforce analytics and recruitment metrics.

Skills

ATS experience

Recruiting

Interview coordination

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Organization & multitasking

Analytical thinking

HR systems

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ATS

First Advantage

Credential Check

Recruitment platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Odawa Casino Resort is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment for the enterprise in Petoskey, MI. The role focuses on sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer administration, ensuring adherence to Tribal Preference and gaming regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will manage ATS, coordinate interviews, advise hiring managers, and develop structured interview guides as part of a compliant and strategic talent acquisition function.