Workforce Acquisition Specialist

Gulf Coast JFCS; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 37,080 - 45,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Healthcare Concierge

403b Savings Plan with 25% match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Gulf Coast JFCS is seeking a Workforce Acquisition Specialist to support talent acquisition initiatives, partner with HR and program leaders, and streamline onboarding for new hires. You will source candidates, manage relationships, and help build a strong employer brand.

The role demands a high school diploma with 3+ years in talent acquisition, familiarity with ATS and HRIS, and excellent communication. The organization offers growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a mission-driven

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3+ years in talent acquisition.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, human services, public administration, or related field.
• Experience using ATS and HRIS systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Forecast agency needs with program leaders and HR for recruitment.
• Build candidate pipelines through referrals, job boards, social media, fairs, and outreach.
• Coordinate onboarding: offers, documents, screenings, and HRIS setup.
• Develop relationships with candidates to generate referrals and leads.
• Stay updated on recruiting trends and propose creative strategies.

Skills

ATS experience

HRIS proficiency

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human services, public administration, or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

What You Will Do

The Workforce Acquisition Specialist is a non-exempt position responsible for supporting talent acquisition initiatives and programs for the agency, including working with the Workforce Acquisition Manager, the recruiting team, and the hiring managers with identifying qualified candidates (internal and external), being innovative with the creation of human resources initiatives, and facilitating the onboarding processes for new hires.

• Partner with program leaders and Human Resources (HR) to forecast agency needs and assist with the recruitment/selection process for program assignments
• Identify potential sources of applicants and create relationships to fill our candidate pipelines
• Assist programs with the sourcing of candidates through employee referrals, job boards, social media presence, ad searches, career fairs, internet research, and direct contact
• Build a strong brand image and foster trust between the public and the brand
• Coordinate all onboarding activities from offer through start date, including offer letters, new hire documents, background screenings, pre-service paperwork, and Human Resources Information System personnel setup.
• Ensure onboarding documents are accurate and complete. Coordinate and track receipt of onboarding documents, background screening results, and reference checks
• Connect with candidates on a regular basis to develop and maintain relationships, expand industry knowledge, and generate referrals and leads
• Stay abreast of current recruiting trends and recommend creative strategies to meet hiring goals
• Collaborate with HR and employee committees to identify opportunities and implement initiatives to retain high-performing talent
• Partner with volunteer management services to provide staffing support as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• $41,200 salary
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplemental Accident, Hospital Liability & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal, and Identity Theft insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in talent acquisition
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human services, public administration, or any related job industry, preferred.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Experience using Human Resources Information System
• Experience in performing employment screenings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to details
• Ability to clearly present information and respond effectively to questions from managers and staff.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Who We Are

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements

It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.