Talent Acquistion Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Create your success story at Delta Community Credit Union where opportunity meets purpose. Through our commitment to excellence, Delta Community has received numerous industry awards and earned the trust and loyalty of our employees, members and the metro Atlanta community. We value talent, encourage growth and keep community at the heart of everything we do. That's why we're one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work! Whether you're starting your professional journey or navigating the next step in your career, we invite you to join the Delta Community Credit Union team.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing, interviewing and placing top talent within Delta Community Credit Union. This position is a key member of the Talent Resources team in a fast-paced team environment. The primary responsibilities are to build relationships with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and specific qualifications. The Talent Acquisition Specialist must understand functional area hiring needs, position specifications and parameters of search requirements. They participate in weekly team updates / strategy meetings. They proactively research and investigate new ideas to create innovative sourcing strategies. The Talent Acquisition Specialist maintains a strong network of contacts and integrates strategic thinking and perspective with immediate recruitment needs. They also collaborate to establish metrics used to measure customer satisfaction. The Talent Acquisition Specialist stays abreast of industry trends, development and changes. They work in cooperation with others to further company goals and build a positive group attitude.

Essential Functions :

• Establish recruiting requirements by studying organizational plans and objectives; meeting with managers to discuss needs and build rapport
• Develop and attract additional applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges / universities, employment agencies, job boards, other Talent Acquisition Specialists, media and internet sites
• Provide organizational information, opportunities and benefits to prospective candidates
• Provide educational awareness by developing resources and making presentations
• Determine applicant requirements by studying job descriptions and job qualifications
• Work with business units to ensure job descriptions are current and relevant
• Determine applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants, analyzing responses, verifying references and comparing qualifications to job requirements
• Arrange management interviews by coordinating schedules, arranging travel, lodging and meals; escorting applicants to interviews
• Evaluate applicants by discussing job requirements and applicant qualifications with managers; interviewing applicants on a consistent set of qualifications
• Screen candidates' resumes and job applications
• Conduct interviews and match candidates for open positions
• Assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience and aptitudes
• Manage new employee relocation by determining new employee requirements, negotiating with movers, arranging temporary housing and providing community introductions
• Improve organization attractiveness by recommending new policies and practices, monitoring job offers and compensation practices, emphasizing benefits and perks
• Manage intern program by conducting orientations, scheduling rotations and assignments, monitoring intern job contributions, coaching interns and advising managers on training and coaching
• Avoid legal challenges by understanding current legislation, enforcing regulations with managers, recommending new procedures and conducting training
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations
• Provide analytical and well-documented recruiting reports
• Promote organizational culture and support reputation as "best place to work"
• Must have transportation for in-person interviews and periodic site visits
• Complies with all Credit Union policies and procedures including those related to Bank Secrecy Act regulations.

Position may offer work from home opportunities, pending specific performance and departmental needs.

Job Qualifications : Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or equivalent

2+ years' experience in recruiting, which includes sourcing candidates, conducting interviews and making hiring recommendations

Must demonstrate sourcing and negotiation skills, as well as knowledge of employment law

Knowledge and experience in recruitment concepts, practices and procedures

High level of energy, creativity and independent thinking

Self-motivated and results-driven with the ability to effectively communicate and influence client groups and outside candidates

Ability to consistently deliver a high level of customer-focused service

Must have strong leadership and organizational skills

Must be flexible / adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Must possess strong team orientation with the ability to build collaborative working relationships

Complies with all Credit Union policies and procedures including those related to Bank Secrecy Act regulations.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

2+ years' experience in agency or corporate recruiting

HRCI Certified Professional Human Resources (PHR, SPHR or GPHR), or SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)

Experience in sourcing and filling sales and service as well as other technical and management type roles in the financial services industry

Experience with applicant tracking systems, including building requisitions and posting jobs to external job boards

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

Employee benefits include :