Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary  

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is expected to make a high-impact contribution to the HR department in supporting all VPNE locations with recruiting, staffing and onboarding. VPNE Talent Acquisition encompasses the activities involved in building and maintaining a competent workforce. 

Responsibilities 

Recruiting: 

• Follow VPNE recruiting process: review new applications, conduct phone screens, schedule for interviews and driving tests, extend job offers and schedule for orientation. 

• Understand and share value in VPNE recruiting process. Adapt to changing processes and think strategically to improve processes. 

• Meet recruiting goals based on metrics. 

• Use prioritization techniques for contacting applicants. 

• Maintain a high level of productivity and utilize productivity reports to review. 

• Support operations by advocating for hiring managers and their staffing needs. 

• Communicate with hiring managers to share updates and expectations. 

• Fill positions based on business needs. Communicate priorities with team members, managers, and using location knowledge. Reprioritize as needed 

Retention: 

• Improve the quality of hire through varied methods including behavioral interview techniques. 

• Find and suggest new ways to improve the quality of hire. 

Administration: 

• Utilize and maintain complete expertise in Applicant Tracking System to support effective and efficient approaches to sourcing, recruiting, evaluating and selecting candidates. 

Training and Onboarding: 

• Train & mentor HR team members on VPNE recruiting process. 

• Learn and perform VPNE new hire orientation (paperwork and presentation). 

• Perform all other onboarding tasks (paperwork, background checks). 

• Understand work authorization requirements and labor laws as they apply to staff. 

• Update and train hiring managers on VPNE recruiting process. 

Company & Human Resources Knowledge: 

• Maintain a working knowledge of VPNE healthcare, 401k and other VPNE benefits for employees. 

• Handle non-recruiting requests in a timely manner and route inbound phone calls to the appropriate parties. 

• Support HR department initiatives and goals. 

• Maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality within the company’s best interest. 

• Additional tasks as requested by manager 

Qualifications 

Years of Experience: At least 1 year of professional work experience. 

Language Skills: Proficient in English both verbally and written 

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Communications, HR or a related major 

Requirements:  

• Must be at least 18 years old 

• Strong aptitude for learning software, experience with iCIMS and DayForce a plus 

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks 

• Must be proactive, positive, and responsive with a genuine interest in the Human Resources function 

• Great organizational and communication skills 

• Impeccable customer service skills with a proven track record in problem-solving 

• Ability to work both independently and on a team 

• Ability to multitask and work under pressure 

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