Greater Austin YMCA · 13 hours ago
Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGreater Austin YMCA is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and manage recruitment efforts that connect mission-aligned talent to meaningful roles across the organization. This role involves guiding the full recruitment lifecycle and ensuring a seamless and inclusive hiring experience that reflects the organization's culture and values.
CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Develop compelling, inclusive job postings that attract candidates and reflect the organization’s culture and values
Proactively source and engage talent through job boards, hiring events, employee referrals, and professional networks to build sustainable pipelines
Screen candidates for frontline roles and conduct first-round interviews for key positions, providing data-driven recommendations to hiring managers
Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers by collaborating on role requirements, interview strategies, and final hiring decisions
Partner with People Business Partners to align recruitment tactics with talent management, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives
Assist with final interviews, coordinate selection panels, lead reference checks, and manage offer presentations and negotiations to ensure equity and alignment with organizational compensation structure
Deliver a positive candidate experience through clear, timely, and respectful communication throughout the recruitment process
Collaborate with People Operations and People Development and Engagement teams to support seamless onboarding and promote early employee engagement and retention
Maintain accurate recruitment data and applicant tracking records to support compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement
Analyze recruitment metrics and market trends to refine sourcing strategies, reduce time-to-fill, and enhance talent pipeline
Build and nurture strong relationships across hiring managers, candidates, People partners, and cross-functional teams to support a culture of collaboration and continuous talent growth
Support employer branding by effectively communicating the organization’s mission, values, and employee value proposition throughout recruitment
Integrate equity, belonging, and inclusion principles into all recruitment practices, reflecting organizational values at every stage
Perform other duties as assigned to support the People Experience team and organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years of experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination
Experience recruiting for both high-volume and front-line positions across multiple departments
Skilled in using applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools to manage candidates and workflows efficiently
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple searches and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Build Networks: Effectively build formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization
Collaborates: Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Communicate Effectively: Clearly convey ideas, instructions, and information in both verbal and written forms, adjusting messaging to suit different audiences and ensuring understanding
Foster Belonging: Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
Self-Development: Actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
Ensures Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments
Drive Results: Consistently achieve results, even under challenging circumstances
Plan & Align: Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Cultivate Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful
Manage Ambiguity: Operate effectively, even when things are uncertain or the way forward is unclear
Preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
Company
Greater Austin YMCA
The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kathy Kuras
President and CEO
Louis Lopez
Chief Operating Officer
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2025-10-01
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