ROLE: Talent Acquisition Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in enhancing the talent acquisition process. This position is responsible for identifying, attracting, and recruiting top talent while building strong partnerships with educational institutions, overseeing internship programs, optimizing recruiting processes, and providing training to streamline recruitment efforts. The ideal candidate will drive a proactive approach to talent acquisition, ensuring that HB Home Services secures high-quality hires aligned with our core values and growth objectives.

The goal of every employee-owner at HB Home Services to provide a 5-star experience for customers and co-workers alike while practicing and promoting our mission statement and core values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with hiring managers and department heads to understand current and future staffing needs.
• Participate in strategic workforce planning to align recruitment efforts with organizational goals.
• Conduct job analyses to understand the requirements and responsibilities of each position.
• Create detailed and accurate job descriptions to attract suitable candidates.
• Utilize various sourcing methods to identify potential candidates, such as job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals.
• Actively engage in outreach efforts to attract passive candidates and build a talent pipeline.
• Review resumes and applications to shortlist candidates.
• Conduct initial interviews or screenings to assess candidates' skills, qualifications, and cultural fit.
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand specific job requirements and expectations.
• Provide guidance on market trends, salary expectations, and candidate availability.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams.
• Communicate effectively with candidates throughout the interview process.
• Facilitate the negotiation process between candidates and the organization.
• Ensure a smooth transition from offer acceptance to onboarding.
• Collaborate with HR and onboarding teams to facilitate a seamless integration for new hires.
• Provide support during the initial onboarding phase to enhance the candidate experience.
• Contribute to the development and promotion of the organization's employer brand.
• Actively engage in employer branding activities to attract top talent.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Generate reports on key recruitment metrics and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Promote diversity and inclusion in the hiring process.
• Build and nurture relationships with potential candidates for future opportunities.
• Continuously assess and update the talent pool based on changing business needs.
• Cultivate and maintain partnerships with technical schools, colleges, and external recruiters.
• Oversee and enhance the internship program to attract top talent.
• Streamline and standardize recruitment processes across locations.
• Provide training on the applicant tracking system to maximize effectiveness.
• Transition gradually into active recruiting, proactively sourcing candidates to fill open positions.
• Manage the CareerLink platform and cost-saving programs, ensuring optimal utilization for recruitment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by HR Director.

MINIMUM / PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High school diploma, completion of G.E.D.
• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related field or related work in lieu of degree.
• SHRM or HRCI Certification: Preferred
• Experience: A minimum of five years of HR experience
• Experience in a shared services environment helpful
• English language skill

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

BENEFITS:

• Stable employment, expanding career field, and competitive salary offered
• Employee Owned and Operated – Employees earn ownership share that can provide retirement income
• Employer-paid 401k, no required employee contribution
• Additional 401K Retirement Options Available
• 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance Policy
• Low Cost Medical Benefits
• Dental and Vision Insurance options are available
• Structured bonus plan
• On Going Training Opportunities
• Potential Professional and Personal Growth Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company provided tablet and phone