Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)
Location : Iowa preferred (Remote considered in Midwest)
Contract Duration : 4–6 months with potential to convert to permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to support full-cycle recruiting efforts across a variety of roles, with a primary focus on high-volume, non-exempt hiring. This role will partner closely with hiring managers, drive sourcing initiatives, and help ensure an outstanding candidate experience.
This is a highly visible opportunity for a recruiting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by delivering results. The position reports to the Talent Acquisition Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies using multiple channels, including ATS pipelines, job boards, social platforms, community networks, and educational institutions.
- Conduct resume reviews, pre-screen calls, and initial interviews to evaluate qualifications and candidate fit.
- Partner with hiring managers to define interview processes, participate in interviews, and provide guidance on selection decisions.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for non-exempt positions—from sourcing and screening through offer extension, pre-employment steps, and onboarding coordination.
- Support exempt-level recruitment as needed based on business priorities.
- Monitor and meet key recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill and vacancy targets.
- Build strong internal partnerships to understand current and future talent needs.
- Stay informed on recruiting trends, emerging platforms, and best practices.
- Represent the organization at job fairs, career events, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and employment-related regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a similar role.Knowledge of sourcing methods, recruiting strategies, and Boolean search techniques.Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment-related technology.Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to adapt to changing needs.Core Competencies
Results-driven mindsetStrong attention to detailEffective communication skillsTime management and organizational abilityAbility to collaborate across multiple teamsAdaptability and willingness to learnEthical, professional work practices