Talent Acquisition Specialist

Harkins Builders; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harkins Builders in Columbia, MD is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead recruitment from planning to onboarding. You will manage job descriptions, postings, interviewing, background checks, drug testing, and I-9 compliance while collaborating with executives to align staffing with business goals.

The role includes driving campus recruiting, participating in career fairs, and promoting the company’s employer brand in local communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in human resources with an emphasis in recruiting.
• Prior experience recruiting in the construction industry is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management, corporate departments, project teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and carriers.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter, strong work ethic, and a team player.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the recruiting process from needs assessment to onboarding.
• Coordinate university and community college career fairs and recruit interns and full-time candidates.
• Oversee the I9 process through eVerify.
• Coordinate staffing needs with executives and post open positions.
• Maintain visibility in the community and develop professional relationships to attract candidates.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Self-starter

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Harkins Builders

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Position Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Columbia, MD

Description:

ABOUT HARKINS

Harkins is a diversified, 100% employee owned construction management company specializing in multifamily, senior living, government, and commercial projects since 1965. As employee-owners, we are passionate about creating growth opportunities and rewarding careers for each other while building relationships and improving the lives of the people with whom we work and live. Our employee-owners receive the support they need to be successful in their careers, serve their communities, and maintain a reasonable work-life balance. Building exceptional is not just about the projects we complete, it is also about the opportunities we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we serve.

Harkins Builders is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the recruiting process, identifying needs, creating job descriptions, posting positions, interviewing candidates, performing reference verifications, conducting background investigations, ordering drug tests, ordering and reviewing Motor Vehicle Records, conducting orientation, and verifying auto insurance coverage.


• Lead continual automation efforts for recruiting and the onboarding process.


• Oversee the I9 process through eVerify.


• Coordinate staffing needs with executives and post positions.


• Coordinate and participate in university and community college career fairs, recruiting interns and full-time candidates.


• Coordinate and participate in high school activities, educating and promoting the construction management profession.


• Oversee the new hire mentorship program.


• Track new hires during first year of service, reaching out to employees and supervisors for feedback.


• Promote the Company's employee referral program.


• Maintain visibility in the community as a representative of the Company by participating in organizations, committees, and events to further develop business relationships and attract candidates.


• Utilize broker and vendors to remain current on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.


• Attend required corporate meetings, training programs, and Harkins University seminars/webinars.


• Perform additional duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Manage the recruiting process for the Company.


• Participate in community events, committees, etc. to further develop business relationships and attract candidates.


• Provide administrative support to the human resources department.


• Oversee the corporate budget for the Company's external community and professional involvement.


• Exhibit confidentiality with executive, employee, and corporate information.


• Ability to communicate professionally with executives, internal departments, corporate staff, site teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, carriers, and candidates.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline.


• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in human resources with an emphasis in recruiting.


• Prior experience recruiting in the construction industry is a plus.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management, corporate departments, project teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and carriers.


• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.


• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Self-starter, strong work ethic, and a team player.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Harkins Builders is an equal opportunity employer. The company is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, as well as to all its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, the company provides reasonable accommodation to any disabled applicant in connection with the employment process, as well as to its employees in connection with all aspects of their employment.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $75,000-$85,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• Medical, Dental & Vision


• Life & Disability


• HSA/FSA


• 401k Plan


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Profit Sharing Program


• Performance Bonus


• Employee Assistance Program


• Paid HolidaysPaid Vacation & Sick Leave


• Mileage and Expense Reimbursement


• Phone Allowance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Pet Insurance


• Jury Duty Pay


• Bereavement Pay


• Training Programs & Seminars


• Wellness Programs


• Health Fair


• Workers' Compensation


• Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations


• Product Discounts with GE and other vendors


• Employee Award and Recognition Programs


• Discounts on Financial Planning


• Tower Federal Credit Union Membership

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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