Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aston Carter; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr for a contract, onsite role in Canton, OH. You will lead full life cycle recruiting for corporate and exempt roles, focusing on engineering, project management, and other professional positions.

You will partner with hiring managers, screen and interview candidates, coordinate offers, and ensure onboarding while maintaining compliance with employment laws.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of corporate recruitment experience for professional and management roles.
• Experience with ATS and online recruiting sources required.
• Technical recruiting experience, especially for engineering and PMs.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Bachelor's in HR or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Manage full life cycle recruiting for exempt and nonexempt roles.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and administer assessments.
• Perform reference and background checks and make hire/no-hire recommendations.
• Deliver offers and communicate benefits and terms.
• Serve as SME for recruiting in assigned territories.
• Collaborate with Sourcing Specialists to present diverse candidate slates.
• Manage internal transfers, coordinate interviews, and issue transfer letters.
• Ensure onboarding and new hire orientation are completed.
• Maintain compliance with federal/state employment laws, including affirmative action.
• Maintain candidate activity in ATS and keep files compliant.

Skills

Full life cycle recruiting

5+ years corporate recruiting

ATS & internet recruiting

Engineering & PM recruiting

Exempt & nonexempt hiring

Independent with minimal guidance

Effective communication & offers

Relationship building with managers

Employment law knowledge

HR degree or related field preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr leads full life cycle recruiting for corporate and exempt roles, with a strong focus on technical and non-technical professional positions such as engineers and project managers. This position manages both exempt and nonexempt openings, including professional and management-level roles, and operates with a high degree of independence and minimal guidance. The role also serves as a resource and mentor to less experienced talent acquisition team members and contributes to continuous improvement of recruiting processes. Experience in the utilities and energy sector is highly preferred but not required, and the role does not focus on information technology recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies for assigned territories.
• Manage the full life cycle recruiting process for corporate, exempt, nonexempt, professional, and management-level positions, including technical and non-technical roles.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone and in-person interviews, and administer appropriate assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications and fit.
• Perform reference and background checks and make clear recommendations regarding hire or no-hire decisions.
• Deliver employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt positions, clearly communicating key employment information such as benefits, compensation, and any applicable agreements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for recruiting within assigned territories, providing guidance and support to hiring managers and internal stakeholders.
• Partner with Sourcing Specialists to ensure a diverse slate of qualified candidates is presented to hiring managers.
• Manage the internal transfer process, including candidate screening, coordination of interviews with hiring managers, and preparation and delivery of transfer offer letters.
• Follow up with candidates and hiring managers to gather feedback and continuously improve the recruiting experience and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients to support the achievement of staffing goals.
• Ensure onboarding and new hire orientation processes are completed accurately and on time for new hires.
• Work closely with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan requirements.
• Manage current candidate activity and requisitions in the applicant tracking system (ATS), ensuring accurate and timely data entry and documentation.
• Maintain application and resume files in accordance with company policies and retention requirements.
• Identify, suggest, and help implement ongoing process improvements to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance of the recruiting process.
• Leverage electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources to attract and engage qualified candidates.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in full life cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
• Minimum of five years of corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management-level exempt positions.
• At least three years of experience working with electronic applicant tracking systems and internet recruiting sources.
• Demonstrated technical recruiting experience, particularly for engineering and project management roles.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), including managing requisitions, candidate pipelines, and documentation.
• Strong talent acquisition and recruitment skills, including the ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience managing both exempt and nonexempt hiring processes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to clearly present opportunities, provide feedback, and deliver employment offers.
• Strong relationship-building skills with hiring managers, HR partners, and candidates.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including affirmative action compliance.
• Bachelors degree in human resource management or a related field preferred, or equivalent years of related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience recruiting within the utilities and energy sector is highly preferred.
• Experience supporting business segments such as nuclear development and new generation is beneficial.
• Ability to serve as a resource and mentor to less experienced talent acquisition professionals.
• background in human resources or related disciplines, with familiarity in corporate HR processes and policies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing candidate files and documentation in line with company policies.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and contribute to process improvements in recruiting workflows.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced corporate environment with evolving staffing needs.
• Interest in long-term opportunities with potential for conversion to a permanent role, subject to client needs and performance.
• Eligibility to receive holiday pay while on assignment through the staffing provider, in accordance with their policies.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position with standard business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Training will be conducted remotely during the first month, beginning the week of November 17, after which the role transitions to an on-premise work setting. The position operates in a professional corporate environment, using electronic applicant tracking systems and internet-based recruiting tools as core technologies. The work involves regular collaboration with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and sourcing specialists, as well as frequent interaction with candidates via phone, video, and in-person meetings. The environment emphasizes compliance, accuracy, and professionalism while offering a long-term assignment with the potential for conversion, along with access to holiday pay benefits while on assignment through the staffing provider.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Canton, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.