Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position starts at $54,288! 

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals.  Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!  

Bring Your Experience to The Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements. 

What is this job all about?   

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) is a skilled professional knowledgeable in recruiting and evaluating job candidates. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is an exempt, salaried position.   

The TAS role is responsible for proactively sourcing, attracting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding employees, all while factoring in the long-term goals of an organization. They also ensure that current employees are satisfied in their positions and promote the company’s brand through recruitment initiatives and events. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is knowledgeable in effective recruiting techniques and adheres to Human Resources best practices.  

If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits. 

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like? 

• Serve as an ambassador of The Arc of the Ozarks’ mission and purpose. 
• Maintain effective working relationships with persons served, supervisors, families, guardians, co-workers, all agency departments, and external professionals. 
• Collaborate with hiring managers to clarify candidate expectations, meet regularly to assess hiring needs, and align with program objectives. 
• Screen applications, interview qualified candidates, and forward them to management for follow-up; nurture relationships with applicants and new hires. 
• Onboard new hires by scheduling meetings, collecting required documents, and entering data into the HRIS; conduct post-training follow-up calls to assess support levels and share feedback with management. 
• Provide periodic reports and maintain open communication with the AD of Recruiting and Retention about recruitment trends, challenges, and retention issues. 
• Demonstrate exceptional communication, follow-up skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service for candidates, management, and stakeholders. 
• Build and expand applicant sources by researching and engaging with community services, colleges, employment agencies, Talent Acquisition Specialists, media, and digital platforms. 
• Attract candidates by attending/hosting career fairs, community events, and school outreach programs to promote Direct Support/Behavior Support as a career path. 
• Manage job postings in Paycom and internal communications, creating, updating, or removing them as directed by hiring managers and the Assistant Director (AD) of Recruiting and Retention. 
• Advocate for The Arc through professional community outreach, maintaining personal networks, and involvement in civic/professional organizations to nurture potential applicant relationships. 

What do I need to be successful in this position? 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human resources/human services major preferred.   
• At least one year’s experience in a human resources/Talent Acquisition Specialist capacity is required.  
• Previous experience in human services preferred.      
• Passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities and increasing their independence as a valued member of the community. A sincere dedication to the mission and the people served by The Arc of the Ozarks is crucial.  
• Outstanding attention to detail skills and effective communication qualities as demonstrated by success in prior experience in a human resources recruiting/human service position. 
• Capacity to cultivate and maintain relationships through strong interpersonal skills is highly valued. 
• Ability to establish rapport, effectively communicate, and cultivate a positive work culture with not only their team, but staff from other departments, with applicants and with community career agencies. 
• Exceptional communication and follow-up skills. 
• Adaptable and able to work successfully in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic. 
• The Talent Acquisition Specialist should be open to feedback, possess a growth mindset, and a willingness for learning opportunities in order to better themselves and The Arc of the Ozarks. 

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team! 

If that doesn’t draw your attention, take a look at our excellent benefits package: 

• Competitive salary and excellent working environment 
• Eligibility for Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance after a 0-day waiting period 
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage 
• Option to enroll in our 403(b)-retirement plan immediately - with employer match up to 4% after a year of service 
• Sick and vacation accrual as well as 7-paid holidays a year and a paid day off to celebrate your birthday 
• Discounts on your phone bill if you use Verizon or AT&T 
• Discounted Fitness Center membership if you are Full-Time 
• Use of a fleet vehicle or paid mileage for using your vehicle 
• Opportunities for advancement 
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement Stipend 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Wellness Program 
• Annual Wage Increase Potential 
• Many more… 

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team! 

Looking for more information? 

• Give us a call at 417-771-3700  
•  Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team 
• Send us an Email at [email protected] 
• Don't forget to include your name and the position/location you are interested in. 
• Checkout some videos about our organization and the individuals we support here 
• https://www.youtube.com/@thearcoftheozarks-springfield/videos 
• Checkout our website and social media here: 
• https://thearcoftheozarks.org/ 
• https://www.facebook.com/thearcoftheozarks 
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-arc-of-the-ozarks/ 
• https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Arc-of-the-Ozarks-Reviews-E421090.htm