Talent Acquisition Specialist

Actalent; Sacramento (CA); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan with employer–匹

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid sick leave

11 paid holidays annually

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Actalent is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Sacramento to attract, source, and hire qualified talent. The role collaborates with hiring managers to build strong and diverse pipelines and to implement full-cycle recruitment processes across the organization.

You will source, screen, and guide candidates through the hiring process, develop profiles, and ensure compliance with employment laws. This contract-to-hire position emphasizes organization, cross-functional teamwork, and timely

Qualifikationen

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and employment regulations and policies.
• Strong initiative, sound judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting and candidate management.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team and manage multiple priorities.

Aufgaben

• Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute recruiting strategies to fill open positions.
• Source, identify, and screen qualified candidates against job requirements.
• Provide recruitment consultation and guidance to hiring managers throughout the process.
• Manage all aspects of full-cycle recruiting including sourcing, assessment, interviewing and candidate selection.
• Develop talent pipelines through job boards, online sourcing, networking events, referrals, fairs, and professional associations.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder engagement

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing & screening

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Associate degree in related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and hiring qualified talent through innovative recruitment strategies. This role partners closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop candidate profiles, and implement full-cycle recruitment processes that build strong and diverse talent pipelines.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and employment regulations and policies.
• Strong initiative and sound judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of full-cycle recruiting practices.
• Good understanding of organizational business objectives.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform under pressure.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality results.
• Proficiency with computers, internet-based tools, and software programs.
• Commitment to workplace safety and infection control procedures.
• Ability to support departmental goals and high-reliability standards.

Essential Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute recruiting strategies to fill open positions.
• Source, identify, and screen qualified candidates against job requirements.
• Provide recruitment consultation and guidance to hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
• Manage all aspects of full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, assessment, interviewing, and candidate selection.
• Develop talent pipelines through a variety of sourcing channels including:
• Job boards
• Online sourcing platforms
• Networking events
• Employee and external referrals
• Recruitment fairs
• Professional associations
• College and alumni networks

HR Administration

• Initiate background checks and employment eligibility verification processes.
• Process new hire data entry and timecard corrections.
• Manage job requisitions and maintain accurate job descriptions.
• Maintain candidate activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Handle employment-related inquiries from candidates, employees, and supervisors.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Stay current on talent acquisition trends, employment law updates, and HR best practices.
• Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Maintain electronic employee records and personnel files.
• Ensure accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
• Provide excellent customer service to candidates, employees, and hiring managers.
• Travel up to 10% to support recruiting events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Jury duty leave
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Professional development opportunities

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in an office environment. Employees are regularly required to:

• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers for computer and office equipment operation.
• Stand, walk, and reach as necessary.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Maintain close and distance vision, including the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment is typically quiet; however, employees may occasionally interact with individuals experiencing medical, behavioral health, substance use, or crisis-related challenges. Exposure to bodily fluids or hazardous materials may occur in certain situations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® 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.