Talent Acquisition Specialist

Competencies & Skills Full-Cycle Recruiting – Independently manages requisition intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offers, and onboarding handoff Organization & Execution – Effectively manages multiple open requisitions, candidate pipelines, deadlines, and hiring priorities in a fast-paced environment Candidate & Hiring Manager Experience – Delivers clear, responsive, and professional communication throughout the recruiting process Accountability – Takes ownership of assigned searches and recruiting workflows, proactively follows up, and drives activity to completion ATS & Recruiting Data – Maintains accurate requisitions, candidate records, dispositions, and recruiting activity in UKG Recruiting Gateway Collaboration – Builds productive working relationships with hiring managers, Human Resources, candidates, and cross-functional partners Adaptability – Responds effectively to shifting hiring priorities, evolving processes, and changing business needs Confidentiality & Judgment – Handles sensitive candidate, compensation, and employee information with discretion and sound judgment Key Responsibilities Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition Own full-cycle recruiting for assigned requisitions, from hiring manager intake and sourcing strategy through screening, interviews, selection, offers, and onboarding handoff Proactively source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, professional networks, direct outreach, and talent pipelines Evaluate resumes, conduct substantive candidate screens, assess role alignment, and present qualified shortlists with clear recommendations Partner with hiring managers to clarify requirements, calibrate candidate profiles, coordinate interviews, and maintain momentum throughout selection Prepare and coordinate offer approvals and documentation, support offer discussions and acceptance, and communicate next steps to candidates Coordinate background checks and pre-employment requirements, ensuring a timely, organized handoff to Human Resources and onboarding partners Build and maintain active candidate pipelines; track recruiting progress, follow up on decisions, and address stalled searches or hiring risks proactively Recruiting Execution & Candidate Experience Lead consistent candidate communications and follow-through from initial outreach through offer acceptance and onboarding handoff Advise hiring managers on recruiting progress, market feedback, candidate availability, and practical adjustments to sourcing strategy Manage job postings and requisition activity to support timely launches, accurate advertisements, and effective applicant flow Maintain interview materials, candidate summaries, offer templates, and recruiting trackers that support efficient hiring decisions Support high-volume hiring, targeted sourcing campaigns, employee referrals, and other talent acquisition initiatives as business needs evolve Partner with Human Resources, IT, Payroll, and hiring teams to ensure smooth recruiting-to-onboarding transitions without owning broader HR administration Applicant Tracking System (ATS) & Recruiting Data Use UKG Recruiting Gateway to manage assigned requisitions, candidate stages, interview activity, and recruiting workflows Keep candidate profiles, notes, status changes, dispositions, and required recruiting documentation complete and accurate Maintain job postings and standard recruiting templates within the ATS; escalate technical or configuration issues to the appropriate system owner Conduct basic checks of candidate and requisition data to support accurate reporting and compliant recruiting records Provide feedback on ATS usability, workflow improvements, and recruiting process efficiency Maintain straightforward recruiting process documentation and trackers as needed Support basic recruiting activity reporting and pipeline visibility using available ATS tools Qualifications 2+ years of hands-on full-cycle recruiting experience, including sourcing, screening, hiring manager partnership, and offer coordination Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to manage requisitions and candidate pipelines; UKG Recruiting Gateway experience preferred Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requisitions, candidate pipelines, interviews, offers, and hiring deadlines with strong attention to detail Experience preparing offer documentation and coordinating pre-employment and onboarding activities preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with candidates, hiring managers, employees, and leadership Ability to maintain accurate recruiting data, documentation, and system records while handling confidential information with discretion and sound judgment Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Comfort using ATS tools, sourcing platforms, and recruiting technology to manage hiring activity and maintain accurate records Ability to independently own recruiting searches, prioritize multiple openings, and partner effectively with hiring managers and Human Resources Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered