Talent Acquisition Partner

Dairy Farmers of America•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

Perform full cycle recruitment for entry to leadership level roles. Review, phone screen, and schedule interviews for hiring managers. Work closely with HR colleagues and hiring managers to ensure hiring and selection processes are streamlined and deliver a positive employee experience. Represent DFA at job fairs and recruitment activities. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Perform full cycle recruitment processes, including developing job descriptions, posting ads, reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens and interviews, and extending job offers Consult and advise management team members on matters related to recruitment, employee promotions, and transfers. Serve as subject matter expert, explaining information based on talent acquisition (TA) best practices Act as a business partner and resource for managers while ensuring they maintain a high level of customer service. Escalate opportunities to TA leadership team Manage multiple job openings concurrently and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed of progress Conduct searches utilizing creative sourcing methods and networking strategies Provide relevant information to applicants, employees, and managers, ensuring information is delivered in a timely and accurate manner Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to schedule interviews and travel requirements for candidates Work with external agencies to source, screen, and place temporary and/or direct hire associates, as needed. Ensure contract is in place with agencies Foster a positive candidate experience while representing DFA values, mission, and vision Manage the timely process flow of candidates and new hires through the applicant tracking system (ATS) and entering data into the ATS to accurately reflect in data dashboards Participate in job fair activities and represent DFA at a range of identified recruitment activities Coordinate and facilitate college recruitment activities for DFA internships Support special projects for the TA function organization wide Continue to build knowledge of the organization, processes, and partners Partner with HR team members to identify and implement improvements in processes and systems Work within guidelines and policies Use experience to solve straight forward problems The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
2 to 5 years of talent acquisition, human resources, or related experience
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, including the ATS
Working knowledge of talent acquisition and/or human resources practice areas and HR laws/regulations
Consulting skills and a true customer service orientation towards internal clients
Strong work ethic with excellent time management and organizational skills
Able to identify and handle priority or sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management and work well at all levels of the organization
Able to be a team player at all times
Able to build strong relationships with colleagues in diverse geographic locations and execute in a virtual environment
Able to influence and obtain buy-in from stakeholders at multiple levels of an organization
Able to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the most effective identification of needs and application of organization effectiveness best practices, models, and tools
Able to establish credibility with managers and employees
Able to manage multiple, simultaneous priorities and prioritize a heavy workload in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Able to take initiative; able to take a proactive approach towards improving processes and systems
Able to exercise sound judgment, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Responsibilities

Perform full cycle recruitment processes, including developing job descriptions, posting ads, reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens and interviews, and extending job offers
Consult and advise management team members on matters related to recruitment, employee promotions, and transfers.
Serve as subject matter expert, explaining information based on talent acquisition (TA) best practices
Act as a business partner and resource for managers while ensuring they maintain a high level of customer service.
Escalate opportunities to TA leadership team
Manage multiple job openings concurrently and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed of progress
Conduct searches utilizing creative sourcing methods and networking strategies
Provide relevant information to applicants, employees, and managers, ensuring information is delivered in a timely and accurate manner
Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to schedule interviews and travel requirements for candidates
Work with external agencies to source, screen, and place temporary and/or direct hire associates, as needed.
Ensure contract is in place with agencies
Foster a positive candidate experience while representing DFA values, mission, and vision
Manage the timely process flow of candidates and new hires through the applicant tracking system (ATS) and entering data into the ATS to accurately reflect in data dashboards
Participate in job fair activities and represent DFA at a range of identified recruitment activities
Coordinate and facilitate college recruitment activities for DFA internships
Support special projects for the TA function organization wide
Continue to build knowledge of the organization, processes, and partners
Partner with HR team members to identify and implement improvements in processes and systems
Work within guidelines and policies
Use experience to solve straight forward problems