Talent Acquisition Specialist

Build Inc•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

BUILD, Inc. (Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development) is seeking a committed, self-motivated, and innovative individual to join their team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. BUILD is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization based on Chicago’s West Side, dedicated to saving lives and mentoring young people. The Human Resources (HR) Department at BUILD, Inc. supports the organization's mission by fostering a positive workplace culture, attracting and retaining top talent, and ensuring compliance. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be crucial in attracting, recruiting, and retaining top talent, partnering with hiring managers and HR leadership to develop recruitment strategies and ensure a smooth, compliant, and candidate-centered hiring process. This role also provides cross-functional HR back-up support. Key responsibilities include sourcing and attracting candidates by developing strategies, analyzing hiring needs, collaborating with internal departments, and representing the organization at job fairs. The role also involves managing the end-to-end candidate screening process, conducting screening calls, assisting with interview processes, building relationships with applicants, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Additionally, the specialist will track recruitment activity and key hiring metrics, prepare reports for leadership, and provide administrative and operational back-up support to other HR functions as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources management, or related field.
2 years of experience as a talent acquisition specialist, or similar role.
Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems
Ability to liaise with internal departments and develop hiring strategies and profiles.
Advanced knowledge of effective hiring platforms that attract suitable applicants.
Exceptional ability to screen candidates, compile shortlists and interview candidates.
Experience in creating awareness of the company brand and establishing professional relationships with candidates.
Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, phone use, and office equipment.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Occasional extended standing or walking during recruiting events or meetings.
Visual ability to review electronic documents and data on computer.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Sustained attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing applications and maintaining records.
Strong judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
Professional, calm, and solution-oriented temperament when interacting with candidates, hiring managers, and leadership.
Emotional resilience and adaptability when navigating competing demands, change, and high-volume workloads.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for frequent interaction across the organization.

Responsibilities

Developing strategies for acquiring new talent.
Analyzing the company’s hiring needs and anticipating future requirements.
Collaborate with internal departments and hiring managers to determine recruitment requirements and candidate profiles.
Using various channels (such as job boards, social media, and referrals) to source potential candidates.
Representing the organization at job fairs and recruiting events.
Manage the end-to-end candidate screening process, including resume review, initial phone screens, and coordination of interviews.
Conduct candidate screening calls and email outreach to assess qualifications, interest, and cultural alignment.
Assist with compiling interview questions and facilitating structured, compliant interview processes.
Build and maintain positive relationships with applicants, candidates, and former employees.
Ensure all recruitment and selection activities comply with applicable employment laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Coordinate and monitor background checks and reference verifications, tracking completion and escalating issues as necessary.
Managing hiring processes via electronic Applicant Tracking Systems.
Facilitate pre-interview assessments as applicable.
Track recruitment activity and key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate pipeline status, and source effectiveness.
Prepare and provide regular reports and updates on hiring progress and recruitment trends to leadership.
Provide administrative and operational back-up support to the HR Generalist, HRIS Specialist, and HR Director as needed.
Assist with HR processes related to employee lifecycle activities, system updates, documentation, and compliance support during peak periods or staff absences.
Collaborate with HR team members to ensure consistent service delivery and accurate information across HR functions.