HR Talent Acquisition Specialist

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Des Plaines, IL

2d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing healing, justice, and wholeness to individuals and communities. With a history spanning over 150 years, LSSI continues its strong commitment to making a positive impact in Illinois. The organization is currently hiring a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist to source, attract, and identify top-tier candidates for open positions, as well as develop a talent pipeline for various roles across different regions within the network. This role operates Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience identifying and engaging passive candidates required.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software required.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems required.
• Demonstrated problem solving, organizational, and project management skills required.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations impacting recruiting, selection and the hiring process required.
• Effective time management skills required.
• Ability to work with a high level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• SHRM certification (SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP) preferred.
• HRCI certification (SPHR or PHR) preferred.
• AIRS or AIHR certification preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in full cycle recruiting, including experience with career/job fairs and college recruiting preferred.
• Prior experience working in the not-for-profit area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full-cycle recruiting efforts, including interviewing, job posting, sourcing, screening, selection, and talent acquisition training, tailored to the dynamic needs of our nonprofit organization.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with internal stakeholders and external networks to support proactive talent acquisition and workforce planning.
• Analyze ATS data and all facets of the hiring process including but not limited to recruiting metrics, job posting effectiveness, sourcing effectiveness, interviews, and offers, to address potential barriers to processes.
• Organize and represent LSSI at recruitment events, job fairs, and professional networking opportunities to promote the organization’s brand and attract high-caliber talent.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and employment regulations throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Identify recruiting needs, establish strategies, and successfully attract and hire talent working toward the process of full cycle recruiting.
• Develop and maintain partnerships and solid supportive working relationships with key networks, Human Resources, and hiring managers to assess, support, recruit for and fill talent needs on a timely basis.
• Develop an understanding of positions, programs, and site requirements.
• Promote and create the organization’s presence to effectively establish and maintain partnerships with universities, schools, and other associations.
• Maintain professional communication and rapport with managers, active and passive job seekers, and organizational partners.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• Paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED