Talent Acquisition Specialist

800_ilani Cowlitz Tribal Gaming Authority; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ilani, located on the Cowlitz Reservation in Ridgefield, Washington, seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to source, attract, and hire top talent for the tribal enterprise. This role emphasizes cultural respect and workforce development within the Spirit of Tâlícn and ilani values.

You will screen applicants, track recruitment metrics, and coordinate with HR on onboarding and workforce planning, using Workday and related tools to ensure compliant hiring processes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus an HR certification and two years of recruiting experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance.
• Ability to learn HRM and ATS systems (Workday).
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Willingness to work in a smoking environment.

Responsibilities

• Source qualified applicants that fit ilani culture.
• Review applications and assess qualifications for employment.
• Maintain recruitment records and prepare statistical reports.
• Schedule and conduct pre-screening interviews daily using Workday.
• Coordinate onboarding and workforce planning with HR.
• Develop and maintain recruiting partners and attend community events.

Skills

Recruitment

Interviewing

Sourcing tools

Workday

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & inclusion

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree + HR certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent to meet the workforce needs of the tribal enterprise. This role requires a proactive and culturally respectful approach to recruiting that supports the long‑term success and sustainability of the business and the tribal community it serves. The ideal candidate will possess strong networking, communication, and organizational skills, and demonstrate a commitment to tribal sovereignty and workforce development.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service
• Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.
• Responsible for gathering qualified applicants that adhere to the ilani culture.
• Reviews applications and determines the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for employment.
• Maintains records and prepares statistical reports concerning recruitment, interviews, hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Schedules and conduct pre-screening interviews with candidates on a daily basis as well as managing Human Resource Management through Workday.
• Maintains friendly and professional interactions with all applicants, team members, hiring managers, and completing all appropriate documentation and follow‑up with candidates for employment.
• Confers with managers and supervisors to ensure that all hiring and employment practices comply with tribal, appropriate state, and federal laws.
• Ensures accurate tracking and record keeping in compliance with tribal, appropriate state, and federal guidelines.
• In alignment with developing dedicated and passionate team members you will accurately track and execute on internal transfer, as well as referrals to Career Development.
• Manage the referral of candidates to the licensing portal process and ensure compliance with state and tribal gaming regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with HR team on onboarding and workforce planning initiatives.
• Develop and maintain recruitment sourcing partners and attend approved community hiring events. Tracks ROI for each event.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree plus a certification in Human Resources, and two (2) years of experience in recruitment and interviewing and knowledge of employment laws, or an equivalent combination of education and recruiting experience.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, interview techniques, and sourcing tools.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural competence.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a “can do” approach and be able to recruit similar attitudes.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to learn HRM and ATS systems (specifically Workday).
• Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus.
• Workday experience preferred.

Pledge for Success: We are dedicated in hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 7:00pm

Work Shift: Wages: This role offers a starting wage of $25.01 per hour. Candidates with relevant experience may be placed higher within the established pay range.

Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity! Located on the Cowlitz Reservation in Ridgefield, Washington, ilani, is the Pacific Northwest’s premier gaming, dining, entertainment and meeting destination. With nearly 400,000 total square feet, ilani includes more than 100,000 square feet of gaming space with nearly 3,000 slots and 75 gaming tables; 22 different restaurants, bars and retail outlets; and a 2,500-seat meeting and entertainment venue hosting nationally recognized performances.