Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Cajun Industries•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter will develop full-cycle recruiting strategies in support of organizational objectives. Perform day-to-day recruiting activities associated with sourcing, coordinating, screening, qualifying, interviewing, handling offers, and hiring candidates for open positions. Assist with all recruiting-related processes that will take new hires up to their first day and ensure a smooth transition into HR related onboarding. Will report to the Manager of Talent Acquisition within Human Resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or recruiting recruiting-related field is preferred; experience in lieu of degree will be considered
Two to five years of related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to source, attract, screen, and interview candidates with technical backgrounds
Computer literacy
Stellar phone skills
Planning and organization
Skilled behavioral interviewer with the ability to conduct different types of interviews
Creative problem solver
Sound judgment and decision making
Flexible and adaptable
Team player
Sharp negotiation skills
Consultative approach
Confidentiality
Energetic, self-motivated & persistent
Goal and results driven
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
Positive attitude
Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
Regularly required to talk or hear
Frequently required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms
Occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, use hands and fingers to handle and feel
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
Will need to be able to perform sedentary work
Must have the ability to direct others and communicate effectively with other management/ supervision
Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
Ability to use math/complete calculations
Must be able to concentrate amid distractions and remember details
Ability to use computer, keyboard, telephone and other office devices

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction or related field is preferable
Professional certification in HR is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting with internal and external relationships tied to Cajun Industries' recruiting efforts
Work with Manager of Talent Acquisition in associated support activities such as organizing resumes, making calls, setting up interviews, performing associated data entry and recordkeeping work, pre-qualification activities, setting up testing and screenings, tracking candidate data in ATS platforms, referrals, etc.
Work with hiring managers to stay abreast of organizational hiring needs
Have knowledge and understanding of job descriptions for all Cajun professional roles and work with managers to maintain and update these as necessary
Evaluate possible recruiting sources toward finding and attracting suitable, qualified candidates that fit the Cajun Industries culture
Actively source and recruit candidates through the appropriate methods – advertising, recruiters, job sites, career fairs, professional networks, social media, referrals, etc
Develop and maintain effective relationships with professional, industry, and social networks to source qualified candidates
Review and analyze resumes, applications, and qualifications to determine suitability
Actively pre-screen candidates
Schedule and coordinate interviews cooperatively with the hiring managers, and participate as necessary and/or where a recruiter can add value
Inform all candidates about Cajun Industries and the open position by selling Cajun features, advantages, and benefits to candidates throughout the process as may be appropriate
Brief and debrief candidates before and after interviews
Conduct and verify references
Serve as the primary point person in the communications with candidates
Provide regular updates and feedback to the Manager of Talent Acquisition
Manage and update the applicant tracking system
Monitor, evaluate, and report on various recruiting metrics to the Manager of Talent Acquisition
Maintain awareness of local market trends and competitor activity
Ensure recruiting practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws