Talent Acquisition Specialist

City of Lincoln; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock allocation

401(k) match

Health clinic

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Volunteer time off

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Lincoln is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to own the full lifecycle of recruiting for all positions, including screening applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews and presenting offers of employment. The role is exempt and full-time with an on-site requirement in Minnesota.

A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and three years of talent acquisition experience are expected, with HR certification considered a plus.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Ability to comprehend and effectively communicate company policies and procedures.
• Excel proficiency and database management capabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Evidence of maintaining high levels of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruiting lifecycle for all open positions.
• Create, post and maintain job postings.
• Screen applicants, schedule and conduct interviews, and present offers.
• Explain compensation and benefits and growth opportunities to candidates.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified talent and relationships with managers.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

HR certification is a plus

Tools

Excel

Database management

Windows OS

Job description

• Base Pay $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 / Year


• Job Category Human Resources


• Employee Type Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for the full lifecycle of recruiting/hiring for all positions, including screening applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews and presenting offers of employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Steward our mission (to enrich lives by providing differentiated packaging automation and services) and values (unwavering integrity, servant's heart, ownership spirit and continuous innovation and improvement).


• Demonstrate a tenacious and disciplined service excellence approach using the \"6+1\" model (quality, professional courtesy, can-do attitude, responsiveness, convenience and aggressive follow-up).


• Manage our full recruiting life cycle for all open positions both internally and externally.


• Create, lead, implement and evaluate strategies to identify, attract and hire top quality talent.


• Create and manage job postings for open positions.


• Review and assess applicants' education, experience, and other qualifications.


• Schedule and conduct interviews with hiring managers.


• Prepare and extend job offers.


• Explain compensation and benefits package, including career advancement opportunities.


• Build and maintain an on-going pipeline of qualified talent.


• Build and maintain relationships with Hiring Managers, stakeholders and staffing agencies.


• Advise and coach Hiring Managers and interviewers on hiring practices and candidate selection.


• Work with hiring managers and stakeholders to assess future and current staffing needs.


• Implement and maintain applicant tracking system and employment information, including applicant and candidate files.


• Create all communications regarding recruiting, offer letters, promotion letters and pre-employment requirements.


• Responsible for recruitment analytics.


• Assist on other human resources related projects.


• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.


• Ability to comprehend and effectively communicate company policies and procedures.


• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping.


• Effective oral and written communication.


• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.


• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.


• Excellent organizational, time management and attention to detail skills.


• Ability to anticipate deadlines and the capability to prioritize and complete multiple projects.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and three years’ experience in talent acquisition/recruiting, or equivalent education and/or experience. Human Resources certification is a plus.

OTHER INFORMATION

All full-time positions offer attractive compensation and benefits that include ESOP stock allocation, 401(k) match, a company health clinic, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, volunteer time off, along with holiday pay and paid time off. This is an on-site position requiring in-person attendance.