Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aston Carter•Bedford, OH

14d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This role manages the full lifecycle recruiting process for entry-level through mid-level positions, from defining job requirements to extending offers. The Talent Acquisition Specialist partners closely with hiring teams to design and execute proactive sourcing strategies, ensuring a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. The position focuses on delivering a seamless, high-quality candidate experience while maintaining compliance with employment laws and internal processes. This is an onsite role based in Bedford, OH, offering the opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and influence its talent strategy.

Requirements

Minimum 2–5 years of recruiting or staffing experience managing full cycle recruiting processes.
Proven experience in full lifecycle recruiting, including job definition, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
Considerable skill in interviewing techniques and candidate assessment.
Advanced knowledge of proactive recruiting techniques and sourcing methods.
Understanding of human resources principles and practices related to staffing and recruitment.
Working knowledge of personnel policies and procedures and federal and state employment laws and regulations.
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple requisitions and tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work independently and proactively anticipate the needs of the business.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
Strong customer service orientation with a focus on providing a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
Proficiency in office computer software and systems, including MS Office (Word, Excel) and requisition/candidate tracking systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Engaging and adaptable personality with the ability to respond quickly and positively to change.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting across a range of roles from entry-level to mid-level, with exposure to higher-level or executive placements considered a plus.
Experience developing and executing staffing strategies for different business functions and levels.
Experience enhancing staffing systems, tracking, reporting, and analytics to improve recruiting outcomes.
Familiarity with leveraging networking and employee referral programs as part of sourcing strategies.
Experience managing college relations and supporting internship or early-career programs.
Exposure to relocation and immigration processes related to staffing administration.
Ability to develop promotional and recruitment materials to support employer branding and staffing initiatives.
Experience conducting market and competitor research to understand talent pools and inform sourcing strategies.
Comfort presenting staffing trends, metrics, and retention insights to stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional networks with colleges, universities, community organizations, and professional associations.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle recruiting process from open requisition to offer stage, including job specification and development, prescreening and qualifying candidates, interviewing, and negotiating offers.
Recruit for entry-level to mid-level roles, as well as other positions as assigned.
Partner with hiring teams to understand functional hiring needs and translate them into effective passive and active sourcing strategies.
Review resumes, portfolios, and credentials to assess skills, experience, and knowledge against position requirements.
Source, screen, and shortlist candidates and present them to appropriate hiring teams in a timely and organized manner.
Understand candidate requirements and provide compensation guidance to the business to support successful negotiation and closing of candidates.
Develop and deliver strategic recruiting plans in collaboration with internal managers to attract top talent.
Communicate proactively and regularly with hiring managers and candidates to ensure a seamless and transparent recruiting experience.
Serve as the liaison between candidates and management throughout all stages of the hiring process.
Seek out candidates who add value to the organization and maintain regular contact with potential future candidates to build a robust talent pipeline.
Build and maintain positive relationships with candidates to ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Develop and maintain a network of professional contacts to help identify, source, and engage talent.
Collect, interpret, and review interview feedback with hiring managers to support informed hiring decisions.
Ensure all recruiting activities comply with applicable employment laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
Stay informed about cutting-edge advertising and recruiting opportunities and recommend participation when appropriate to capitalize on talent acquisition opportunities.
Develop promotional materials and recruitment collateral to support staffing efforts.
Conduct proactive research on industry competitors and maintain familiarity with local and regional talent pools.
Leverage online recruiting resources and tools to identify and engage top talent.
Use creative recruiting methods, including internet job boards, print advertising, job fairs, universities, vocational schools, and other channels.
Participate in college recruitment activities such as information sessions, on-campus interviews, and career fairs.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with colleges, universities, community organizations, and professional associations to generate qualified applicants.
Research, analyze, prepare, and present internal staffing trends and retention strategies to inform talent planning.
Develop and execute staffing strategies for a variety of levels, including support for higher-level and executive placements as needed.
Streamline and enhance staffing systems, tracking, reporting, and analytics to improve recruiting effectiveness.
Lead sourcing and recruiting initiatives that leverage networking and employee referrals.
Support and oversee college relations and various sourcing and internship programs as part of broader staffing efforts.
Assist with relocation, immigration, and other staffing administration responsibilities as required.
Provide excellent customer service to candidates and internal stakeholders throughout the hiring process.
Support onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition for new hires, as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall staffing and human resources objectives.