Talent Acquisition Specialist

Suburban Enterprises; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Ownership

Safety Commitment

Career Growth

Continuous Learning

Collaborative Culture

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Suburban Enterprises in Wisconsin is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to own full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing to onboarding, and to partner with managers to meet current and future workforce needs.

The role emphasizes self-direction, data-driven recruitment, and a commitment to a strong candidate experience, with scope for growth, collaboration, and a benefits package including ESOP and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• 2–3 years’ recruiting experience or equivalent.
• Experience supporting full-cycle recruitment and hiring decisions.
• Proactive, self-directed with strong time management.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Strong Microsoft Office and ATS skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, from intake to onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to define requirements and hiring criteria.
• Source and attract candidates via databases, networks, and events.
• Track recruiting metrics and improve processes.
• Assist with recruiting budget and vendor invoices.
• Stay current on best practices in talent acquisition.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in HR

2-3 years recruiting

Full-cycle recruitment

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Driver's license

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

Job description

Take Ownership of Your Career and Shape Your Future!

Are you ready to become an Employee Owner? At Suburban Enterprises, you not only work for the company you own the company! The ideal candidate is happy where he/she is currently employed but is interested in a more self-directed work environment, increased responsibility, and the opportunity to grow into additional roles. We would like to hire someone interested in a career, not a job, who wants to do the work and be recognized for a job well done!

The Role – Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for attracting, identifying, and securing qualified talent to meet the organization’s current and future workforce needs. This role manages the full-cycle recruiting process, including sourcing candidates, screening applicants, coordinating interviews, supporting selection decisions, extending offers, and facilitating a positive transition into the organization. The Talent Acquisition Specialist partners closely with hiring managers to understand position requirements, develop effective recruiting strategies, and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. The role also supports recruitment marketing, community and educational partnerships, applicant tracking, and recruiting metrics while ensuring a professional, timely, and consistent candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection support, offer negotiation, and transition into onboarding, while ensuring a professional and consistent candidate experience.
• Partner with hiring managers and appropriate HR Business Partner to define position requirements and hiring criteria, develop accurate job descriptions and recruiting strategies, facilitate interviews, and support selection decisions aligned with organizational needs and industry standards.
• Source and attract qualified active and passive candidates through resume databases, social media, professional networks, job fairs, college recruiting events, and other appropriate channels.
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics—including cost per hire, offer acceptance rate, quality of hire, time to hire, time to fill, source of hire, application completion rate, hiring manager and candidate satisfaction, applicants per opening, and selection ratio.
• Assist with developing the annual recruiting budget, track recruitment-related expenses, and review and verify invoices with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and timely payment.
• Consistently review and seek out continued education on best practices and latest trends in talent acquisition strategies.

What You Bring (Required Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field and 2-3 years’ experience in recruiting, staffing, or equivalent work experience, or a combination of education and experience required.
• Experience supporting full-cycle recruitment and resolving complex recruiting and hiring issues with minimal guidance.
• Proactive, self-directed, and adaptable, with strong time management skills and the ability to take initiative, manage changing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to act with sound judgment, professional integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong data-entry and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, internet-based tools, HRIS, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong customer focus, consultative skills, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and access to personal transportation or must have access to reliable and efficient means of transportation to and from work sites.

What We Offer – Why Choose Suburban Enterprises?

• Team Member Ownership: Work for a company where your contributions directly impact your future

• Commitment to Safety: Safety isn’t just a priority; it’s our promise to you and your family

• Career Growth: This isn't just a job - it's a career path with opportunities for advancement
• Continuous Learning: Investment in your professional development
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values respect, integrity, and excellence

• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, ESOP, 401(K) with employer match, and no healthcare premium increases for 4 years

Ready to Join Us?

Our high standards of service to our customers and clients require that we select only the top team members based on our culture and core values so please read and understand them or come with clarifying questions because we work, live, hire and promote by them. We will choose new team members with great care because the future of Suburban Enterprises rests with them. You are here because we believe in your character and abilities.

If you're passionate about innovation, committed to excellence, and ready to be part of a company that invests in its people, we want to hear from you. Help us create a better future through innovation and automation.

We are an equal opportunity employer.