Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist for developing and executing effective recruiting strategies to attract, source, screen, recruit, and select high quality candidates. The Talent Acquisition Specialist must ensure accurate, timely, and effective execution of all phases of the staffing process. This includes ensuring satisfaction of hiring managers and other key stakeholders by providing responsive, professional service and support in recruiting functions.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Design and implement the overall recruiting strategy which meets the daily and strategic needs of the business
• Build and maintain national applicant sources across all position levels through proactive outreach.
• Market Omaha Track as an employer of choice by providing organizational details including an overview of our business, career opportunities, employee benefits, etc.
• In partnership with leadership, cultivate and maintain a collaborative, fun and results oriented culture to drive retention and engagement of top talent
• Manage a requisition load averaging 30-40 openings with the majority being field crew and facility operations
• Collaborate with the hiring managers to suggest and create effective job requisitions and interview plans/guides to ensure the needs of the open position are met
• Attract applicants by leveraging job postings at all appropriate locations and proactively sourcing candidates by using available databases, social media, network connections, etc.
• Screen applicants and assess qualifications through interviews and testing.
• Present the best talent to our hiring managers for consideration in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Extend offers and coordinate screening, I-9s, and new hire training.
• Maintain an effective on-boarding & orientation program during new hire week, ensuring new employees feel welcomed
• Provide weekly staffing reports outlining all recruiting activity to key stakeholders
• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements specific to recruiting and new hire onboarding
• Maintain accurate documentation for all necessary recruiting related activities
• Keep current knowledge of effective recruiting trends/strategies and applicable aspects of employment law
• Assist with the facilitation of the Employer Funded Quarterly CDL Training Program
• Work with Hiring managers to ensure Job Descriptions are accurate and up to date
• Create or update Recruiting, HRIS Standard Operating Procedures as needed
• Back up the Human Resource Coordinator when needed with the HR Service Center emails and phone calls
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred; PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification is a plus
• 2 – 5 years of experience with full cycle recruiting including success in developing effective recruiting strategies
• Experience in effectively sourcing for hard-to-fill positions or positions with a unique skill-set at a national level
• Strong planning and organizational skills including demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding customer service coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to think critically/problem-solve, take initiative, and prioritize tasks appropriately
  
  

Work Requirements

• Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment while still completing independent work tasks/assignments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PrimePay (HRIS), and online recruiting platforms such as Indeed and LinkedIn.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30lbs
• Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
  
  

Special Position Requirements

• This position requires travel up to 10% of the time primarily for recruiting events and relationship building