Talent Acquisition Associate

VSP Vision Care•Town of Owego, NY

About The Position

Execute Talent Acquisition processes for the hiring needs of non-exempt, exempt, and/or Doctor of Optometry positions with guidance and oversight from senior TA Team members and TA Leadership In partnership with senior team members, recruit, interview and recommend placement of candidates for high volume, entry and mid-level individual contributor positions from both internal and external sources Provide high level, confidential administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team including support of event preparation and logistics, event staffing, talent sourcing, candidate pre-hire management, and other Talent Acquisition responsibilities as assigned Proactively assess the current recruitment process to ensure effectiveness and quality Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of specific business needs of assigned client groups and provide appropriate recruiting support Utilize recruitment strategies to build a candidate pipeline and source candidates in partnership with team members Proactively use current tools (database, community outreach, employee referrals) to increase qualified candidate pipelines Establish and maintain productive relationships with hiring managers to provide counsel for onboarding new employees Set mutual expectations upfront and encourage mutual feedback throughout the process Provide high-level recruitment-related advice and counsel to hiring managers Continually monitor and analyze position requirements and provide alternatives or escalations if requirements change Manage issues and inquiries from external candidates and internal employees related to recruitment activity Partner with team members to provide advice and counsel for candidate sourcing needs Build rapport and provide counsel to internal candidates as appropriate for the hiring process and their career development Educate on tools, processes, training available, networking, etc. Job Specifications Typically has the following skills or abilities: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, or in lieu of degree 4 years functional experience Experience coordinating multiple tasks and processes in a fast-paced environment Strong decision making, problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills Knowledge of Human Resources general practices and principles Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proven ability to learn quickly and drive business processes Ability to use independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties Ability to travel up to 30% #LI-VISIONCARE Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. Salary Ranges: $58,656.00 - $80,253.00 VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws. 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With nearly 70 years in the eye health industry, our team is driven by compassion, care, and a shared mission to help people see every possibility. When you join our global family of nearly 15,000 teammates, you’re stepping into a world where innovation meets impact. We value collaboration, inclusion, and making sure that everyone feels they belong. Ready to grow your career in an environment that’s as supportive as it is inspiring? Then VSP is the place for you. Let’s work together to create a clearer, brighter future—one person at a time. Follow your heart to VSP! #VisionWithHeart

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, or in lieu of degree 4 years functional experience
Experience coordinating multiple tasks and processes in a fast-paced environment
Strong decision making, problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills
Knowledge of Human Resources general practices and principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to learn quickly and drive business processes
Ability to use independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties
Ability to travel up to 30%

Responsibilities

Execute Talent Acquisition processes for the hiring needs of non-exempt, exempt, and/or Doctor of Optometry positions with guidance and oversight from senior TA Team members and TA Leadership
In partnership with senior team members, recruit, interview and recommend placement of candidates for high volume, entry and mid-level individual contributor positions from both internal and external sources
Provide high level, confidential administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team including support of event preparation and logistics, event staffing, talent sourcing, candidate pre-hire management, and other Talent Acquisition responsibilities as assigned
Proactively assess the current recruitment process to ensure effectiveness and quality
Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of specific business needs of assigned client groups and provide appropriate recruiting support
Utilize recruitment strategies to build a candidate pipeline and source candidates in partnership with team members
Proactively use current tools (database, community outreach, employee referrals) to increase qualified candidate pipelines
Establish and maintain productive relationships with hiring managers to provide counsel for onboarding new employees
Set mutual expectations upfront and encourage mutual feedback throughout the process
Provide high-level recruitment-related advice and counsel to hiring managers
Continually monitor and analyze position requirements and provide alternatives or escalations if requirements change
Manage issues and inquiries from external candidates and internal employees related to recruitment activity
Partner with team members to provide advice and counsel for candidate sourcing needs
Build rapport and provide counsel to internal candidates as appropriate for the hiring process and their career development
Educate on tools, processes, training available, networking, etc.