NJ TRANSIT is hiring a Talent Acquisition Partner to support recruiting and staffing across agreement and non-agreement roles across all levels. This onsite position in New Jersey focuses on full-cycle talent acquisition, from building sourcing pipelines to coordinating interviews and hiring decisions. The role also advises management on offers and supports outreach planning to meet EO/AA hiring needs.
What You’ll Do
- Execute the recruiting plan for agreement and non-agreement positions, identifying recruiting sources to maintain a steady pipeline of applicants.
- Lead recruiting and staffing initiatives, including college and military recruiting, from inception through completion.
- Screen and interview candidates by phone or in person, and participate in panel interviews with hiring managers as appropriate.
- Coach management on structuring external offers and extend internal and external offers.
- Prepare behavioral interview questions and facilitate candidate selection discussions and hiring decisions.
- Use social media and other recruiting channels to attract and engage talent.
- Interpret policies and procedures for the client base, and develop outreach recruiting plans aligned to EO/AA hiring needs.
- Track and collect applicant tracking data and generate recruiting reports as needed.
- Proactively network and build effective working relationships.
- Respond to urgent business needs and requests.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Administration or a related area (required).
- Minimum 3 years of recruiting experience in transportation, utility, non-profit, or service industry (required).
- Experience using applicant tracking systems.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience with social network and Internet recruiting tactics.
- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations related to employment and hiring practices.
- Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and time management skills.
- Demonstrated customer interfacing skills and a proven track record of client satisfaction.
- Experience working with contingency and retained search firms (desired).
Tools & Technologies
- Applicant tracking systems
- Microsoft Office Word
- Microsoft Office Excel
- Microsoft Office Outlook
Benefits
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
- Retirement Plans
- 401(a) retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) retirement saving plan with up to a 3% company match
- 457(b) deferred savings plan
Certifications
Working Environment & Physical Demands
Work is generally performed at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle or office with moderate noise levels. The role includes prolonged periods of sitting and computer work, as well as some walking and standing to interact with personnel and applicants.
Location: New Jersey (onsite)
Salary: USD 52,000 - 122,000 per year