Human Resources Talent Acquisition Specialist

$75,679 - $101,533/Yr

City Of Corvallis - Corvallis, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Corvallis, OR

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Human Resources Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates for the City of Corvallis. This role involves acting as the system administrator for recruitment management and onboarding systems, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and maintaining a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

• Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment and selection process.
• Collaborates with hiring managers to ensure accurate job descriptions and hiring requirements.
• Identifies core competencies of the position and develops recruitment strategy for each requisition.
• Develops job announcements and other advertising materials including brochures, notifications, and postings.
• Coordinates and attends in-person and virtual career fairs and other recruiting events.
• Sources qualified candidates through networking, website postings, social media, and other methods.
• Utilizes various resources and tools to maintain an effective network of talent.
• Ensures recruiting practices reach diverse populations and reviews recruitment policies for nondiscriminatory practices.
• Serves as the primary contact for applicant inquiries and troubleshoots application submission issues.
• Acts as the system administrator for recruitment management and onboarding systems, maintaining and updating them as needed.
• Manages and tracks the recruitment lifecycle including applicant data, requisitions, and new hire tasks.
• Works with hiring managers to develop and coordinate a selection plan including screening matrix and interview questions.
• Screens applications for minimum qualifications and refers qualified applicants to hiring managers.
• Coordinates, leads, and participates in interview panels, providing support and training to hiring managers.
• Coordinates new hire orientation and onboarding programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Maintains ongoing communication with hiring managers on recruitment progress.
• Partners with HR staff to design and implement innovative recruiting strategies.
• Maintains confidential applicant and employee records in accordance with applicable laws.
• Acts ethically and honestly in all work activities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in human resources, public administration, organizational development, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three years of professional human resource experience in sourcing, recruiting, and selection.
• Three years of computer experience using HR Management Software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment.
• Ability to prepare and maintain confidential records and reports.
• Knowledge of applicable laws including EEO, Veterans Preference, and Equal Pay.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with innovative recruitment methods and technologies.
• Demonstrable commitment to sustainability and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $75,678.96 - $101,533.08 annually.
• Full-time regular employee status with a 12-month probationary period.