
Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Little Rock, AR
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Recruitment Strategy: Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for construction and corporate roles.
- Pipeline Development: Establish and maintain relationships with schools, vocational colleges, and universities to create a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.
- Candidate Sourcing: Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking events, and direct outreach to build a robust candidate pipeline.
- Job Posting: Create detailed and compelling job descriptions and post openings on appropriate platforms to reach potential candidates.
- Screening and Interviewing: Conduct thorough screenings of candidates, including phone interviews and in-person interviews, to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans for each department.
- Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process by maintaining clear communication and providing timely feedback.
- Offer Management: Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations, and prepare offer letters.
- Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and labor market conditions to effectively advise on compensation, hiring practices, and recruitment strategies.
- Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with legal and company standards, including equal opportunity employment and data protection regulations.
- Reporting: Track and report on key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate source effectiveness.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent work experience in recruitment or a related field within the construction industry will also be considered.
- Proven experience as a recruiter, with a strong focus on the construction industry.
- Experience recruiting for both trade and professional roles is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of recruitment techniques and best practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
- Familiarity with employment laws and regulations.
- Primarily office-based with occasional visits to construction sites recruitment-related activities.
- Some travel may be required for job fairs, industry events, and networking opportunities.