Talent Acquisition Specialist

Grda - Tulsa, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Tulsa, OK

About the position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for leading the full-cycle recruitment process, from sourcing and attracting candidates to facilitating successful hires. This role also oversees intern recruitment and program coordination, ensuring a robust pipeline of emerging talent. As a key member of the HR team, the specialist partners with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand talent needs, provide strategic guidance, and drive continuous improvements in the talent acquisition process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract top talent using job boards, social media, networking events, and partnerships.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Proactively engage passive candidates through creative outreach and employer branding initiatives.
• Track and analyze key talent acquisition metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality of hire.
• Provide data-driven insights and reports to senior management, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Identify inefficiencies in the recruiting process and recommend solutions to improve the hiring experience.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and employment trends to keep recruitment strategies competitive.
• Conduct initial resume reviews, phone screens, and in-depth candidate interviews.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and HRBPs to define role requirements and develop interview frameworks.
• Coordinate and facilitate interview panels, providing feedback to candidates and stakeholders.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Act as a point of contact for candidates, providing updates and facilitating smooth communication.
• Handle offer negotiations, ensuring competitive and fair offers are extended to successful candidates.
• Develop and manage the company's intern recruitment strategy in alignment with business needs.
• Build relationships with universities, colleges, technical schools, and external organizations to attract top student talent.
• Coordinate the full cycle of intern recruitment, from sourcing to onboarding.
• Plan and execute intern orientation and development programs.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for interns, helping them navigate their experience within the organization.
• Organize regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and evaluations with interns and their managers.
• Track program metrics, such as intern retention and conversion rates.
• Gather feedback from interns and hiring managers to continuously improve the program.
• Present findings and insights to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources.
• 3+ years of talent acquisition, with a focus on full-cycle recruiting, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques, talent market trends, and employment laws.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, preferred.
• Knowledge of diversity and inclusion recruiting strategies, preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification, preferred.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and career growth.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Highly competitive benefits package.