Corporate Recruiter (Talent Acquisition)

The Weitz Company•Des Moines, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Weitz Company is hiring a Corporate Recruiter to join their Human Resources team. This role will lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned business units and is ideal for a talent acquisition professional who prides themselves on providing an excellent candidate experience and wants to make a positive impact in a collaborative team environment. The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company with a long history, committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in talent acquisition
Experience souring passive candidates for hard to fill roles
Degree required – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Ability to build positive relationships and connect with others
High level of confidentiality
Excellent interviewing and candidate sourcing skills
Desire to provide an excellent candidate experience
Ability to identify, attract, and evaluate quality candidates
High level of initiative, drive, and professionalism
Flexible and able to pivot to support evolving business needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail
Desire to work in a collaborative, supportive, team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with applicant tracking system (ATS) and candidate sourcing tools
Must be able to work in the office 3 days per week

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with construction or manufacturing recruitment is a plus
Experience with Workday is a plus
Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
upon successful training, the ability to work remote 2 days per week will be available

Responsibilities

Perform full-cycle recruitment including creating/posting job advertisements, reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens, providing candidate recommendations, scheduling interviews, and extending offers of employment
Communicate job requirements, expectations, and company culture to candidates, ensuring clarity and understanding for all parties involved, and addressing any inquiries in a professional, timely manner
Partner with hiring managers across various business units to identify the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability for each opening and selection criteria to find a qualified candidate
Initiate the onboarding process for new hires and ensure all requirements are completed prior to their start date
Participate in college recruitment efforts by identifying new campus recruitment opportunities, preparing materials, attending career fairs/campus recruitment events, and assisting with the intern hiring process
Assist with and/or lead various talent acquisition projects and initiatives
Source passive candidates for unique or hard to fill roles
Lead routine staffing update meetings with hiring teams
Track metrics related to talent acquisition
Provide a best-in-class experience for candidates and hiring teams
Professionally represent The Weitz Company