Talent Acquisition Specialist

Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Location: Illinois, Chicago (Remote across US)
Duration: 2-3 Months

Description:
Work location: Remote across US

Possibility for extension.

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

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's 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.