Talent Acquisition Associate

Position Summary The Talent Acquisition Associate supports the organization's recruiting and hiring efforts by assisting with candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, pre-employment activities, and onboarding. This position serves as a key point of contact for candidates and hiring managers, helping ensure a positive candidate experience and efficient recruitment process while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle recruitment activities for assigned positions.
• Post and maintain job advertisements on company career sites, job boards, and social media platforms.
• Source qualified candidates through various recruitment channels.
• Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial candidate screenings and phone interviews.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Communicate with candidates regarding application status, interview schedules, and employment offers.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks, drug screenings, employment eligibility verification, and reference checks.
• Prepare offer letters and employment documentation.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and orientation activities.
• Support employment branding and recruitment marketing initiatives.
• Generate and maintain recruitment reports and hiring metrics.
• Participate in career fairs, community outreach events, and other recruiting activities as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or administrative support.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of recruiting practices and employment processes.
• Ability to build positive relationships with candidates, employees, and hiring managers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Professional judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in fast-paced environments.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Ability to attend recruiting events and career fairs as needed.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based or hybrid work environment.
• Regular interaction with applicants, employees, managers, and external vendors.
• Occasional travel may be required for recruiting events and professional development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on protected characteristics as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws.