Talent Acquisition Specialist 1 (High Volume- Product Support/Operations)

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist 1 at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role focuses on building strong relationships with hiring managers in the operations unit to proactively recruit, interview and hire top candidates, while ensuring an exemplary service experience.

The ideal candidate will manage candidate communication, leverage sourcing channels, and maintain accurate ATS records to support annual hiring and retention goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, psychology, or related field with 1 year of relevant experience.
• GPA at or above 3.0.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to recruit and retain talent; data-driven mindset.
• Team oriented, detail-oriented and capable of handling confidential information.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and interview for assigned positions.
• Provide information to candidates about Garmin, culture, benefits and career paths.
• Develop relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders to recruit top candidates.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Garmin's ATS and generate reports.
• Use job boards, social networks, and ATS to generate candidate interest.
• Support achievement of annual hiring goals and retention targets.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, business, psychology, or related field

PHR or AIRS certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist 1 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and building relationships with hiring managers within our operations business unit to proactively recruit, interview and hire candidates, ensuring an exemplary customer service experience and achievement of annual hiring and retention goals.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Serve as recruiter to frontline managers for assigned business segment
• Source, screen and interview for assigned positions including reviewing candidate applications and resumes for relevant skills, experience and education
• Provide complete and accurate information to candidates about the company, its culture, job opportunities, benefits and career path
• Leverage advertisement and recruitment sources to generate interested candidates and partners with senior members of team to learn how to investigate new sources
• Develop and build relationships with stakeholders and work proactively to recruit and hire top notch candidates, ensuring an exemplary customer service experience for all involved
• Demonstrate a commitment to data integrity by ensuring accurate, complete and thorough documentation and tracking for each candidate in Garmin's ATS by updating in a timely manner and verifying accuracy through reports
• Learn to conduct candidate searches using existing sourcing options (job boards, social media, networks, ATS) to connect with and develop candidate interest in job opportunities
• Learn and apply expectations for ensuring a quality workforce by achieving annual retention goals
• Learn and apply a focus on providing exemplary service to the business by achieving annual hiring goals
• Understand and apply learned knowledge of HR related legislation and Garmin policies in performance of essential functions
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities
• Work collaboratively and professionally with other Garmin associates in cross functional teams to achieve goals
• Serve as point person for small projects in terms of complexity, size, and impact
• Gather and analyze data and work with management on development and implementation of solution
• Provide an outstanding customer service experience to associates and business partners

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or another related field AND a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated aptitude to learn and effectively apply knowledge of HR practices, processes, programs and technology
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated an understanding of and a desire to achieve recruitment and retention goals
• Must be team oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with others
• Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated effective time management, organizational and follow up skills with a keen attention to detail and quality
• Must demonstrate the capability and commitment to maintaining confidentiality regarding business and Human Resources matters
• Must demonstrate the ability to speak effectively in group or individual settings
• Must possess the ability to maintain flexibility to travel as needed

Desired Qualifications

• AIRS or PHR certification

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits