Contract – Talent Acquisition Representative

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee staffing operations within a specified region.

• Collaborate with Operational management to develop and implement efficient, cost-effective staffing strategies that align with both regional and corporate business goals.

• Identify and foster channels for recruiting experienced and entry-level candidates through networking, employee referrals, Internet Mining technology, competitor candidate databases, relationship management, and staffing tools.

• Manage the regional recruiting budget by utilizing cost-effective advertising methods and third-party recruiters.

• Create and maintain a list of preferred third-party recruiters and negotiate discounted contract rates with the National Director of staffing.

• Evaluate, interview, and assess job applicants as needed.

• Maintain applicant databases using electronic recruiting systems.

• Provide essential staffing metrics for regional hiring and monitor colleague retention rates within the region.

• Advise regional management on turnover challenges.

• Train and guide hiring managers and Colleague Resource Generalists on the use of electronic recruiting software.

• Instruct hiring managers on Behavioral Interviewing Techniques and candidate assessment tools.

• Support and educate Colleague Resources Generalists in effective staffing practices.

• Execute additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is preferred.

• PHR or SPHR Certification is preferred.

• Bilingual in Portuguese.

• A minimum of four (4) years of staffing experience or a comparable mix of education and experience is required.

• At least three (3) years of experience as a direct recruiter in a high-volume, challenging industry.

• Experience in recruiting within the insurance industry is preferred.

• Familiarity with recruiting software is preferred.

• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.

• Understanding of e-recruiting concepts and systems.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.

• Proficient with PCs, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong organizational capabilities.

• Excellent negotiation skills.

• Strong interpersonal abilities.

• Capacity to work independently.

• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

• Capability to meet or surpass Performance Competencies.

• Willingness to travel as necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work-life balance.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Supportive workplace culture.

• Reasonable accommodations when applicable and appropriate.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Drug-Free Workplace.