Talent Acquisition Lead (On-site)

Bailey Nurseries Growers, Inc•Newport, MN

5d•$72,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition professional to lead and elevate our recruiting function within a growing, multi-state organization. This is a highly visible, hands-on role responsible for full-cycle recruiting, as well as developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies, improving processes, and supporting workforce planning initiatives. This individual will partner closely with leaders across the business to strengthen our employer brand, support effective hiring decisions, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience from start to finish. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in evolving environments, enjoys building structure, and can balance strategic priorities with day-to-day recruiting execution. Success in this role requires a strong customer service mindset and excellent communication skills to effectively support internal and external customers at all levels.

Requirements

5+ years of experience leading full-cycle recruitment, with clear ownership of sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes
Strong talent acquisition experience with the ability to perform key responsibilities of the role
Ability to work independently and manage priorities with limited supervision
Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools, including the ability to improve and simplify processes
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history required

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in a multi-state environment
ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes
Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, define role requirements, and develop accurate job descriptions and candidate profiles aligned with workforce planning goals
Coordinate hiring logistics and pre-hire steps, including timelines, offer letters, background checks, and scheduling
Leverage AI tools and automation to improve recruiting efficiency and effectiveness
Maintain accurate data and compliance within ADP Workforce Now Recruitment, including requisitions, posting consistency, advertising, and candidate dispositioning
Optimize and help stabilize ATS functionality, including developing user guides and training local HR teams on correct system use, new processes, troubleshooting, and process improvements
Manage relationships with job boards, staffing agencies, and other recruiting partners by coordinating support for hiring needs, reviewing service agreements, and monitoring recruitment costs
Create and standardize hiring documentation and recruiting processes to support consistency, efficiency, and compliance across locations
Communicate clearly and frequently with candidates to provide a welcoming experience aligned with Bailey's values
Build candidate pipelines through career fairs, social media, networking, and outreach efforts
Lead the Bailey Internship Program across all locations, driving consistency, guiding modernization of the program, and creating innovative ways to keep early talent connected to the company
Partner with local HR teams across all states to support a consistent talent acquisition strategy for seasonal hiring, including the unique needs of our H-2A workforce
Ensure recruiting practices comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
Provide reporting and insights on recruiting metrics, trends, and opportunities to improve recruiting effectiveness, efficiency, and consistency
Perform other duties as assigned in support of talent acquisition and broader HR department initiatives