Talent Acquisition Specialist - Temp

AABR INC•New York, NY

4d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a pivotal role in attracting, engaging, onboarding, and retaining top talent for AABR. This position executes full-cycle recruitment strategies, partners closely with hiring managers, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and OPWDD regulations. The role also supports succession planning and leads targeted retention strategies for first-year Direct Support Professionals. Success in this role requires strong judgment, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across clinical and non-clinical teams.

Requirements

3–5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or human resources preferred.
Demonstrated experience executing full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and related best practices.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management capability with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to teach and guide hiring managers in behavioral interviewing techniques.
Commitment to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Collaborative, team-oriented approach with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit and/or OPWDD provider experience strongly preferred.
Familiarity with OPWDD requirements for clinical and direct care roles.
Strong understanding of HR metrics, analytics, and reporting practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to source, screen, and evaluate candidates across all open positions.
Participate in succession planning initiatives and contribute to identifying and developing internal talent pipelines.
Collaborate with hiring managers to clarify job requirements, conduct behavioral interviews, and guide selection decisions.
Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment partners including job boards, academic institutions, and community organizations.
Analyze recruitment metrics and provide insights that enhance hiring processes and strengthen the candidate experience.
Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process to ensure new hires transition smoothly into the organization.
Promote AABR’s employer brand and value proposition to support long-term recruitment and retention.
Maintain current knowledge of recruitment best practices, trends, and applicable legal requirements.
Design and implement targeted retention strategies for first-year Direct Support Professionals.
Complete I-9 forms, verify documentation, and maintain all I-9 files in compliance with federal regulations.
Conduct and manage all required background checks, including fingerprints and references, ensuring adherence to OPWDD and legal standards.
Perform clerical and administrative tasks to support HR processes (photocopying, scanning, mailing, documentation management).
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate respect for all people.