Talent Acquisition Strategy & Programs Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Talent Acquisition Project Specialist to support recruiting efforts for a wide candidate pool. The role focuses on vendor management, paid postings, and coordinating large in-person and virtual events to maximize applicant flow.

The candidate will also research market trends, coach hiring managers, and partner with department leaders to drive data-driven recruiting strategies and branding initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with 6 months to 1 year of experience; or 2–3 years combined education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with 2–3 years of related training/experience.
• Ability to act professionally and communicate effectively across mediums.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate events.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership with vendor relationships to optimize ROI and applicant flow.
• Add paid postings to third-party boards and manage postings.
• Coordinate large in-person and virtual recruiting events and logistics.
• Research new candidate attraction avenues and market trends.
• Measure campaign effectiveness and report ROI to guide decisions.
• Coach hiring managers on recruiting strategies and workflows.
• Communicate with department leaders to strengthen partnerships.
• Report on external activity and support workforce planning decisions.
• Support corporate branding and Talent Branding initiatives.

Education

Associate's Degree in Business Administration/Management

Associates: Communications Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's degree in Communications/ Psychology

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Talent Acquisition Project Specialist to support recruiting efforts for a wide candidate pool. The role focuses on vendor management, paid postings, and coordinating large in-person and virtual events to maximize applicant flow.

The candidate will also research market trends, coach hiring managers, and partner with department leaders to drive data-driven recruiting strategies and branding initiatives.