Talent Acquisition Specialist (Part-time)

Build•Chicago, IL

About The Position

BUILD, Inc. is seeking a committed, self-motivated, and innovative Talent Acquisition Specialist to support its mission as a gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization serving Chicago’s West Side. The Human Resources Department supports a positive workplace culture, attracts and retains talent, and promotes compliance, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Talent Acquisition Specialist partners with hiring managers and HR leadership to understand workforce needs, develop recruitment strategies, and deliver a smooth, compliant, and candidate-centered hiring process. The role also provides cross-functional administrative and operational HR backup as needed, supporting continuity across HR functions. The position is part-time. The listed salary is $25.48 to $26.44 per hour. BUILD’s stated core values are Empathy, Passion, Persistence, and Innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or a similar field.
2–3 years of experience as a talent acquisition specialist or in a 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 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.
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

Develop strategies for acquiring new talent and anticipate future hiring requirements.
Work with internal departments to identify recruitment needs and develop hiring strategies and profiles.
Source candidates through channels such as job boards, social media, referrals, job fairs, and recruiting events; represent the organization at events.
Manage candidate screening and selection, including reviewing resumes and applications, conducting interviews, communicating with applicants and past employees, and facilitating pre-interview assessments.
Assist with compiling interview questions.
Conduct background checks and reference verifications, and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
Manage hiring processes using electronic Applicant Tracking Systems.
Track recruitment activity and hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate pipeline status, and source effectiveness.
Prepare and provide leadership with regular reports and updates on hiring progress and recruitment trends.
Provide administrative and operational backup to the HR Generalist, HRIS Specialist, and HR Director as needed.
Assist with employee lifecycle processes, system updates, documentation, and compliance support during peak periods or staff absences.
Collaborate with HR team members to support consistent service delivery and accurate information across HR functions.