Talent Acquisition Specialist

Hotard Coaches, Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

STD/LTD

Life Insurance ($25,000)

6 Paid Holidays

401K retirement plan

Job summary

Hotard Shuttle seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full lifecycle recruiting for clerical and specialized roles in Sulphur, LA and Port Arthur, TX. You will source, screen, interview, and guide staff placements, leveraging data to improve hiring metrics and act as a branding ambassador at events.

The role requires strong interviewing techniques, knowledge of HR policies, and the ability to manage high-volume recruitment with integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3 years of full lifecycle in-house recruiting experience.
• Experience supporting HR or a similar function.
• Familiarity with recruitment techniques and ATS usage.
• Excellent written and spoken communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with hiring managers to determine the best recruiting process.
• Screen resumes, interview candidates (phone or in person), and perform assessments and background checks.
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, and employee referrals.
• Run reports and analyze data to improve recruiting metrics.
• Represent the company at career fairs and community events to attract talent.
• Manage high-volume recruitment efficiently while maintaining quality.
• Follow up with candidates and hiring managers for feedback.
• Maintain candidate activity in the ATS and retain according to policy.
• Maintain memberships with trade/professional organizations.
• Contribute to the team with increased responsibilities and integrity.

Skills

Full lifecycle recruiting

Interviewing techniques

Sourcing candidates

Stakeholder management

Data-driven recruiting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ATS / Applicant Tracking System

Job description

Join our team and leverage your recruiting expertise to find top candidates who bring skills and enthusiasm to our organization. Enjoy competitive pay, ranging from $25 to $28 per hour, along with the benefits and perks listed below.

First, WHO ARE WE?

Hotard Shuttle in Sulphur, Louisiana and Port Arthur, Texas, is committed to recruiting the best talent to provide safe and reliable transportation services. We believe in fostering careers, not just jobs, by finding individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences through high-quality service.

OVERVIEW:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for the full recruiting life cycle, including sourcing, recruiting, screening, and recommending staff placements. Using creative internal and external sourcing methods, you’ll play a key role in identifying top talent. The Talent Acquisition Specialist must possess basic skills in interviewing techniques, a strong knowledge of both clerical and specialized roles within the company, and an understanding of our organizational structure. Additionally, a solid grasp of personnel policies, procedures, and employment laws (federal and state) is essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Although additional duties and related tasks may be assigned, the essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Coordinate with hiring manager(s) to determine best recruiting process for position(s)
• Screen resumes, interview candidates (by phone or in person), and administer appropriate assessments and reference/background/credit checks
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, and employee referrals to ensure a diverse and qualified talent pool
• Run reports and work with data to improve metrics
• Act as a brand ambassador at career fairs and community network events to identify and attract quality candidates
• Manage high-volume, fast-paced recruitment efforts, ensuring efficiency and quality throughout the hiring process
• Follow up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process
• Manage current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and retain according to company policy
• Maintain memberships and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to industry
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Coordinate pre-employment background checks to ensure timely, accurate completion of all required screenings.
• Seeks to expand role and help team by volunteering readily, seeking increased responsibilities, and asking for help when needed
• Works with integrity and ethics that inspires trust and confidence in all activities
• Upholds organizational values

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• 1 - 3 years of experience in full lifecycle in-house recruiting.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting the Human Resources department or similar position
• Familiarity with recruitment techniques and websites and with an applicant tracking system
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Well-developed organization skills

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE OR TALENTS

• Knowledge of full lifecycle recruiting components including qualifying, networking, candidate selection, job analysis, salary trends, relationship management and due diligence
• Must be able to manage competing demands, while being extremely adaptable and flexible
• Ability to effectively communicate directly with all levels of internal customers and candidates
• Effectively present new recruiting concepts to hiring managers, creating enthusiasm in the process
• Demonstrated ability to recruit for a broad and deep range of positions
• Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Strong initiative and solid judgment abilities

PAY & BENEFITS

• Hourly: $25 - $28 per/hour (Based on experience)
• Medical- Great rate at only $28.62 per pay period for EE Only Coverage!
• Health Insurance (Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment)
• Vision
• STD/ LTD
• Life Insurance $25,000 Policy
• 6 paid Holidays
• 401K retirement plan with dollar for dollar match up to 4% (Vested Immediately)