Talent Acquisition Partner

Orlando Utilities Commission • Orlando, FL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

OUC - The Reliable One is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner for its Employee Experience division. The position manages the full-cycle recruitment process, including employer branding, sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, negotiating offers, and completing pre-employment processing. The Talent Acquisition Partner collaborates with hiring managers and business partners to develop and implement recruiting programs and strategies that attract and acquire talent in compliance with applicable laws and OUC policies.

The role uses traditional and innovative sourcing methods, including internal and external sources, job boards, networks, social media, and outreach to passive candidates. It also supports college and trade school recruiting, recruitment events, applicant engagement, onboarding, and talent acquisition training. The position contributes to Human Resources projects beyond direct recruiting responsibilities.

Requirements

• Three years of recruitment experience, specifically full-cycle recruiting.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field from a publicly accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• AIRS Certification must be obtained within one year of hire and maintained thereafter.
• Working knowledge of OFCCP candidate, applicant, and prospect tracking requirements; EEO and ADAAA requirements related to applications and hiring; recruiting and sourcing; recruiting trends and techniques; social media and other sourcing channels; applicable employment laws; public records requirements; applicant tracking and HRI systems; talent acquisition metrics and report building; and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions, build effective working relationships and consensus, exercise judgment, and prioritize and plan daily activities.
• Ability to plan and execute recruitment events and internship programs.
• Work and attend events outside standard work hours, potentially including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
• Physical requirements include constant sitting, speaking, hearing, typing, writing, and reading; frequent standing and walking; and potentially frequent driving of a company vehicle. Occasional overhead reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with college and technical or vocational recruiting.
• Experience with talent acquisition metrics and reporting.
• Familiarity with diversity and inclusion initiatives and practices, talent development, and succession planning.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to develop, implement, and measure strategic recruitment plans and identify talent needs throughout selection and hiring.
• Manage recruitment, selection, and hiring practices in compliance with state and federal laws and OUC policies and procedures.
• Review and evaluate candidates, conduct phone screenings and job assessments, and refer qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Use social media platforms, groups, associations, and internet searches to source and engage passive candidates.
• Conduct intake meetings with hiring managers to understand positions and ideal candidate profiles.
• Consult with hiring managers on strategies for future talent needs.
• Advise managers and employees on talent acquisition policies and procedures, pre-employment, and onboarding.
• Manage the Applicant Tracking System and maintain a qualified candidate pool.
• Assist applicants with the application process, maintain candidate engagement, and provide timely hiring updates to internal and external applicants.
• Represent OUC’s employer value proposition and communicate its values, culture, work environment, benefits, and wellness offerings.
• Implement creative, targeted recruitment and marketing strategies across job boards and social media, including talent pipelines for future needs.
• Complete pre-employment processes and background checks, and coordinate start dates and onboarding.
• Proctor assessments.
• Support college and trade school recruiting through student engagement, school and faculty relationships, targeted school identification, campus events, and career fairs.
• Collaborate on department and broader Human Resources projects and help develop and deliver in-person and virtual talent acquisition training.
• Maintain current recruiting knowledge and practices through publications, workshops, webinars, certifications, and conferences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• Hybrid Retirement Program with a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching, and a health reimbursement account.
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational Assistance Program, including tuition reimbursement, paid professional association memberships, and paid conference and training opportunities.
• Wellness incentives and free access to on-site OUC fitness facilities.
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas.
• Hybrid work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level