Talent Acquisition Specialist

New England Center and Home for Veterans; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Boston seeks a Talent Acquisition and Engagement Specialist to manage full-cycle recruiting across multiple departments. This role enhances employee engagement from recruitment through onboarding, facilitating a positive experience for new hires. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree and has at least two years of recruiting experience. Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems and MS Office is preferred, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time position offering an annual salary of $68,000 to $70,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ recruiting experience.
• Advanced computer skills with focus on calendar management.
• Extraordinary work attitude focused on employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate full cycle recruiting process across departments.
• Conduct pre-employment compliance tasks.
• Manage onboarding processes and first-day orientation.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Listening skills

Proactive demeanor

Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems

Proficiency in MS Office

Multi-tasking abilities

Flexible and self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Position Title

Talent Acquisition and Engagement Specialist

Exemption

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition and Engagement Specialist has the primary responsibility of full cycle recruiting across multiple departments. The key functions of this role will be to enhance the employee experience from recruitment through employment and to facilitate the new hire experience throughout the first 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Primary facilitator and driver of the full cycle recruiting process, including posting jobs, conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, gathering feedback, and extending offers.
• Organize and complete pre-employment compliance tasks such as background and reference checks.
• Facilitate the weekly hiring manager recruiting status meeting.
• Drive and facilitate the onboarding process, including preparing necessary documents and orientation guides.
• Host first-day orientation for all new employees, complete compliance paperwork (Form I-9 & E-Verify, tax forms, etc.), and ensure a positive and welcoming first day experience.
• Oversee the maintenance of various HR databases: Applicant Tracking System and Training platform.
• Manage and update content on NECHV Job Sites and Career Pages (LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, Handshake).
• Ensure current and new employees have workspaces that meet NECHV standards.
• Partner with hiring managers to update job descriptions.
• Search for and attend local career fairs.
• Conduct new hire onboarding activities and follow-up post-hire activities with a goal of positive employee engagement.
• Assist with employee engagement activities, including recognition and surveys.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of two years’ recruiting experience with an interest in professional growth.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, and listening skills.
• Professional and proactive demeanor, welcoming attitude.
• Experience working within Applicant Tracking Systems and LinkedIn Recruiter, preferred.
• Extraordinary work attitude with a focus on enhancing employee engagement.
• Advanced computer skills; proficient in MS Office with particular focus on calendar management.

Essential Functions

• Proactive, action-oriented, and driven to foster an exceptional employee experience.
• Deliver the highest customer service experience to all internal and external customers.
• Flexible, self-directed, motivated, and able to interact with employees at all levels.
• Strong professional acumen, and use good judgment while maintaining a high level of confidentiality, integrity, and discretion.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
• Proficient in MS Office with the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and processes.
• Proactive and detail oriented, with the ability to manage and meet deadlines.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Non-profit Organizations

Base Pay Range

$68,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr