Animal Humane Society · 1 month ago
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Golden Valley, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yrAnimal Humane Society is dedicated to engaging the community to help animals, and they are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role is crucial for attracting and hiring exceptional talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience and equitable hiring practices that reflect the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Non ProfitPetVeterinary
Responsibilities
Manage the full recruitment cycle including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent pools
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide guidance on best practices for selection and onboarding
Leverage job boards and digital recruitment tools (such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and more) and optimize utilizing them to most effectively advertise and attract candidates to AHS roles
Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for current and future openings
Ensure all recruitment activities comply with employment laws and AHS policies
Collaborate with the People & Culture team to align hiring practices with organizational strategies and workforce planning
Deliver an engaging and inclusive candidate experience that reflects AHS’s values and culture
Negotiate offers and facilitate smooth transitions from candidate to employee
Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to improve processes and outcomes
Represent AHS at career fairs, networking events, and community outreach initiatives to promote employer brand
Communicate in a positive and professional manner with candidates, recruitment-related vendors, recruitment agencies, social services agencies, and educational partners
Provide support to leaders on recruiting, hiring practices and policies
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all
Work within ATS and HRIS systems to execute talent acquisition and general HR-related processes
Utilize applicant tracking systems to manage candidate flow and maintain accurate records
Leverage sourcing tools and platforms to identify and engage top talent
Generate and analyze recruitment reports to inform decision-making
Ensure data integrity and compliance within all recruitment systems
Stay current on technology trends to enhance recruitment efficiency
Engage in mission-related activities as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Manage the full recruitment cycle including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent pools
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide guidance on best practices for selection and onboarding
Leverage job boards and digital recruitment tools (such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and more) and optimize utilizing them to most effectively advertise and attract candidates to AHS roles
Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for current and future openings
Ensure all recruitment activities comply with employment laws and AHS policies
Collaborate with the People & Culture team to align hiring practices with organizational strategies and workforce planning
Deliver an engaging and inclusive candidate experience that reflects AHS's values and culture
Negotiate offers and facilitate smooth transitions from candidate to employee
Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to improve processes and outcomes
Represent AHS at career fairs, networking events, and community outreach initiatives to promote employer brand
Communicate in a positive and professional manner with candidates, recruitment-related vendors, recruitment agencies, social services agencies, and educational partners
Provide support to leaders on recruiting, hiring practices and policies
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all
Work within ATS and HRIS systems to execute talent acquisition and general HR-related processes
Utilize applicant tracking systems to manage candidate flow and maintain accurate records
Leverage sourcing tools and platforms to identify and engage top talent
Generate and analyze recruitment reports to inform decision-making
Ensure data integrity and compliance within all recruitment systems
Stay current on technology trends to enhance recruitment efficiency
Position is required to work onsite at least two days per week, and it is eligible to work remotely based upon agreement with the role's manager
Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during operational hours
Attend and participate in regular team meetings and 1:1 meetings with direct leader
May be required to work at a different site based on department needs
May be required to attend occasional off-site meetings and events
Engage in mission-related activities as appropriate
Primarily office/desk based
Adjacent animal shelter areas may be humid, noisy, or odorous
Company
Animal Humane Society
Animal Humane Society is a nonprofit organization that provides animal welfare, adoption, and community support services.
Founded in 1878
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Janelle Dixon
President/CEO
Allison Norton
Executive Assistant To CEO
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