Talent Acquisiton Specialist

Description

Position Summary

Puckett Machinery Company, an authorized Caterpillar dealer, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for key positions across the organization. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, identify, and hire qualified talent across the organization. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR leadership to develop effective sourcing strategies, enhance the candidate’s experience, and ensure timely fulfillment of staffing needs. The Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a key ambassador of the employer brand while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment & Selection

• Manage full-cycle recruiting activities, including requisition intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, position requirements, and hiring timelines.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to identify and attract qualified candidates.
• Conduct phone screens and initial candidate assessments.
• Coordinate interviews and facilitate communication between candidates and hiring teams. Extend and negotiate employment offers in accordance with organizational guidelines.

Talent Sourcing

• Utilize multiple recruiting channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, employee referrals, and professional associations.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
• Proactively identify passive candidates and engage potential talent for future opportunities. Participate in career fairs, community outreach initiatives, and recruitment events.

Candidate Experience

• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates regarding application status and next steps. Promote the organization's culture, mission, values, and employee value proposition.

Collaboration & Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers on recruiting best practices and market trends.
• Provide guidance on interview techniques, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions. Collaborate with HR team members regarding onboarding, workforce planning, and talent management initiatives.

Talent Acquisition Operations and Process Improvement

• Evaluate and improve recruitment processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source of hire) and report on performance.
• Collaborate with HRIS or ATS administrators to optimize system functionality and workflows.
• Provide regular recruitment reports and insights to HR leadership and hiring managers.
• Advise hiring managers on interview techniques, competitive market trends, and best practices in hiring. Recommend improvements to recruitment processes, tools, and systems to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate applicant tracking system (ATS) records and recruitment documentation.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and hiring outcomes.
• Prepare recruitment reports and recommendations for HR leadership.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 2 to 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, sales, or equivalent.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment in a corporate, specialty trades, or service environment preferred. Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies and hiring best practices.
• Understanding of employment laws, equal employment opportunity (EEO), and compliance requirements.
• Excellent interviewing, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requisitions and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems.
• Ability to analyze recruitment data and provide actionable insights. Strong customer service orientation with a focus on candidate and hiring manager satisfaction.

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Talent Acquisition Specialty Certifications

Travel Requirements

• Clear MVR
• Up to 50-75% of travel is required.