Talent Acquisition Specialist- Santa Ana, CA

POSITION: Talent Acquisition Specialist

FULLTIME/PARTTIME: Fulltime

LOCATION: Santa Ana CA

ASSIGNMENT: 04/13/2026-07/10/2026 (temp to hire)

SCHEDULE: 40hrs M-F 8am-5pm

PAY RANGE: $42.85 HOURLY PAID WEEKLY
(Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and location. Base pay information is based on market location)

Duties:

The Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist will provide hands-on recruiting support to the National Commercial Services Talent Acquisition team partnering closely with the Recruiters to help manage active requisitions and conduct high-volume phone screenings. This role focuses on candidate engagement screening coordination and administrative recruiting support to ensure a smooth and efficient hiring process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented candidate-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced high-volume recruiting environment

Recruiting & Requisition Support:

• Support Recruiters with active requisitions including candidate review dispositioning and pipeline management.
• Assist with posting jobs tracking candidates and maintaining accurate data within the applicant tracking system.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and follow-ups as needed to keep processes moving efficiently.
• Partner with Recruiters to ensure timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.

Phone Screening & Candidate Engagement:

• Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications experience and interest.
• Provide candidates with an overview of the role hiring process and next steps.
• Capture detailed screening notes and recommendations for Recruiter review.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience at all stages of the process.

Process & Administrative Support:

• Maintain compliance with internal recruiting processes and documentation requirements.
• Assist with reporting requisition updates and ad hoc recruiting projects.
• Support high-volume hiring needs and short turnaround timelines as required.
• Collaborate closely with Recruiters TA Coordinators and HR partners to ensure seamless hiring execution.

Required Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in recruiting talent acquisition or HR support (contract or corporate experience preferred).
• Experience conducting phone screens and supporting multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with a professional and candidate-friendly approach.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working in applicant tracking systems (Workday required & Phenom a plus).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience supporting high-volume or operational recruiting.
• Prior contract recruiting or recruiting coordinator experience.
• Familiarity with corporate hiring processes and compliance standards.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Candidate-focused mindset with excellent follow-through
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based recruiting environment
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced changing workload

Working Conditions:

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Use of computers and technology.

Here at Canon Recruiting People are our priority and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity; we are made a stronger organization and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm we devote to quality and competency and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences Canon can improve the services and value we deliver to clients employees and customers. At Canon Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life. Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status. The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please email

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