Talent Acquisition Specialist

UNKNOWN; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UNKNOWN is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to attract and hire qualified candidates. You will partner with hiring managers to deliver an efficient recruitment process, build talent pipelines, and ensure a positive candidate experience while maintaining compliance.

You will source via job boards, LinkedIn, events, and referrals; conduct screenings and interviews; coordinate interviews; extend offers; and maintain ATS records to support hiring metrics and workforce growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or related field preferred.
• 2+ years in talent acquisition, recruiting or sourcing.
• Experience using LinkedIn and Boolean search techniques.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment tech; Workday is a plus.
• Strong communication, interviewing, networking, and relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage qualified candidates through job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and events.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Attend job fairs and events to promote employer branding and attract candidates.
• Review applications and resumes to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to assess qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and selection criteria.
• Provide guidance on recruitment strategies, candidate selection, and hiring market trends.
• Extend employment offers and support a smooth transition from offer to start date.
• Maintain accurate candidate, requisition, and hiring records in ATS.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company hiring practices.
• Track recruiting activity and hiring metrics for informed decisions.
• Stay current on industry trends, sourcing techniques, and recruitment technologies.

Skills

Talent acquisition experience

Sourcing

Interviewing

Candidate experience

Communication skills

ATS proficiency

Workday (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS

Workday

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and hiring qualified candidates to support organizational growth and workforce needs. This role partners closely with hiring managers to deliver an efficient recruitment process, build strong talent pipelines, and ensure a positive candidate experience while maintaining compliance with applicable hiring practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and engage qualified candidates through job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and recruiting events.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Attend job fairs, networking events, and community outreach activities to promote employer branding and attract candidates.
• Review applications and resumes to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to assess qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, position requirements, and selection criteria.
• Provide guidance on recruitment strategies, candidate selection, and hiring market trends.
• Extend employment offers and support a smooth transition from offer acceptance to start date.
• Maintain accurate candidate, requisition, and hiring records within applicant tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company hiring practices.
• Track recruiting activity and hiring metrics to support informed decision-making.
• Stay current on industry trends, sourcing techniques, and recruitment technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, sourcing, or a related field.
• Experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, Boolean search techniques, job boards, and other recruitment channels.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technology platforms; experience with Workday or similar systems is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications.
• Strong communication, interviewing, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Strong negotiation and candidate-closing skills.
• Ability to analyze recruiting data and recommend effective hiring strategies.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional, proactive, and resourceful with a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.