Talent Acquisition Specialist

Description:
Duties:

• Identifies and cultivates sources for hiring experienced and entry level personnel through:
• Networking and Colleague Referrals.
• Development and utilization of Internet Mining technology and capabilities.
• Development and maintenance of a Competitor candidate information database.
• Development and initiation of a candidate relationship pipeline management strategy.
• Utilization of current and future staffing technology.
• Manages Recruiting budget for region through cost-effective advertisement and third-party recruiters.
• Develops preferred supplier list of third-party recruiters; works with the the National Director of staffing to negotiate discounted contract rates for staffing needs.
• Screens interviews and tests job applicants as required; maintains applicant database utilizing the Taleo Talent Management System.
• Provides key staffing metrics for regional hiring; tracks regional colleague retention; and consults with regional management regarding issues affecting turnover.
• Trains and mentors hiring managers as well as Colleague Resource Generalists in the use of the Taleo Talent Management System; builds skill level of regional users by providing training on system updates and new user training.
• Promotes and assists Colleague Resources Managers in training hiring managers in the use of Behavioral Interviewing Techniques as well as other candidate assessment tools and processes.
• Supports and provides training for the Colleague Resources Generalists in staffing techniques.

Skills:

• Knowledge of employment laws and practices
• Working knowledge of e-recruiting concepts and systems
• Excellent oral and written communication including presentation skills
• PC literate including Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• PHR or SPHR Certification preferred.

Experience

• Four (4) years of staffing experience including three (3) years as a direct recruiter in a high volume difficult-to-source industry required.
• Insurance industry recruiting experience is preferred.
• Experience with Virtual Edge Candidate Management System is preferred.