Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Meyer Contracting External•Maple Grove, MN

13d•$55,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Meyer Contracting, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned Heavy Civil Contractor. We are looking for quality people with an ownership mindset to continue growing our company. Becoming an employee-owner is a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the success of the team and reap the financial reward of the company’s growth. Meyer Contracting is seeking a Talent Acquisition Recruiter to join our team. This person is responsible for executing all aspects of the recruitment process to identify, attract, and hire the best talent for the organization. This role works closely with HR Manager and hiring managers to create job postings, source candidates, and manage candidate pipelines. They will also actively participate in activities to promote Meyer Contracting and the Heavy Civil Industry to attract a new generation of talent.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Understanding of recruitment best practices and legal compliance (EEO, ADA, etc.)
Confident in building relationships with candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and collaborative hiring process
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple job openings simultaneously
Comfort in learning recruiting software, and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.)
Ability to travel to career fairs and industry events with a professional appearance and demeanor
Detailed and organized with the capacity to multi-task
Willing to learn Microsoft Office 365, including Teams and SharePoint

Responsibilities

Proactively source candidates using a variety of methods, including online job boards, social media (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.), networking, employee referrals, and direct outreach.
Build and maintain a talent pipeline for future hiring needs, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates for both immediate and long-term opportunities.
Create and post job descriptions that clearly define the role, required qualifications, and benefits, aligning with company branding and the needs of the hiring managers.
Professionally represent Meyer Contracting at industry events, career fairs, and other events to attract a new generation of talent.
Screen resumes and applications to identify the most qualified candidates based on skills, experience, and cultural fit.
Coordinate in-person interviews with hiring managers and team members, ensuring a smooth scheduling process and a positive candidate experience.
Partner with hiring managers to understand their specific hiring needs, role requirements, and team dynamics.
Provide regular updates to leadership on recruitment progress, identifying challenges and suggesting process improvements.
Stay up-to-date with recruitment trends, best practices, and employment laws to continually improve the recruitment process.
Collaborate with marketing to develop creative material to promote Meyer as needed.
Assist HR Manager to the development of long-term talent acquisition strategies, including workforce planning, succession planning, and employee retention.