Talent Acquisition Specialist

DriveTime Sales and Finance Company, LLC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

DriveTime Sales and Finance Company, LLC is seeking an Talent Acquisition Specialist to strengthen recruiting outcomes through structured search execution and proactive candidate pipelining in Mesa, AZ. This onsite role partners with hiring leaders to manage candidate engagement through the interview cycle and ensures timely follow up from first contact through next steps.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of recruiting experience, with proficiency in Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• 1+ year of recruiting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Experience using LinkedIn and Indeed for candidate outreach and talent pipeline development.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for talent pipelining and candidate progress.
• Collaborate with hiring leaders to develop and execute search strategies across roles at multiple levels.
• Set, track, and follow up on candidates to support interview scheduling.
• Build relationships with candidates to understand goals and align with opportunities.
• Explain the DriveTime interview process steps to candidates and manage expectations.
• Coordinate with HR and recruiting team to maintain smooth process.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Recruiting experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

LinkedIn

Indeed

ATS

Workday

Job description

DriveTime Sales and Finance Company, LLC is hiring an individual contributor Talent Acquisition Specialist to strengthen recruiting outcomes through structured search execution and proactive candidate pipelining. In this onsite role based in Mesa, AZ, you will partner with hiring leaders, manage candidate engagement through the interview cycle, and help ensure timely, organized follow up from first contact through next steps.

Role focus

• Serve as a point of contact for talent pipelining and candidate progress.
• Work closely with hiring leaders to develop and execute comprehensive search strategies across roles at multiple skill levels.
• Set, track, and follow up on candidates to support consistent interview setup.

Key responsibilities

• Set and track candidates, including timely follow up on sourced leads to support high success rates in scheduling interviews.
• Assess the employment type and company experience candidates are seeking, and respond accordingly.
• Build professional relationships with candidates to understand their goals and ambitions.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with hiring managers across DriveTime.
• Clearly explain the DriveTime interview process steps to candidates so expectations are understood.
• Maintain positive working relationships with immediate team members and coordinate effectively with the company’s HR and recruiting team.
• Conduct work in alignment with DriveTime policies and procedures.
• Create and build positive relationships with hiring managers to support ongoing hiring needs.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent years of experience).
• 1+ years of recruiting experience in a professional environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience using sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn and Indeed for candidate outreach and talent pipeline development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with candidates and hiring managers.
• Excellent organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.

Tools and technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• LinkedIn, Indeed
• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Workday

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(K)
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Competitive pay
• Game Room (ping-pong table, pool table and other games)
• In-House Gym
• Social events
• We Care and Value YOU! (company outings, personal rewards, amazing prizes & much more)
• Paid Time Off (wellness days, holidays, and vacation time available for Part-timers)

Additional notes

• Nice to have: Experience with ATS such as Workday.
• DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified.
• 90% of employees report they feel right at home here.
• Comparably Awards include Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture, and Best Company Leadership.
• Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers.