Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Location: Sauk Village, IL
Pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour
Position type: Contract-to-hire
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Position overview
Kelly Services is hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist for our client in Sauk Village, Illinois. The assignment is expected to last approximately 3-4 months, with the possibility of permanent hire sooner. Conversion may depend on attendance, work quality, schedule compatibility, performance, and business needs.

In this role, you'll support full-cycle recruitment for hourly positions and partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to attract and hire qualified candidates. You'll advise hiring managers on recruitment best practices, help create a positive candidate experience from application through onboarding, and represent the client's talent brand.

Key responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers, providing coaching and guidance throughout the recruitment process.
• Review resumes and applications, identify qualified candidates, and conduct initial phone screenings.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers; participate in interviews as needed and share input on candidate suitability.
• Support hiring managers with candidate evaluation and final selection decisions.
• Extend offers and negotiate employment terms in accordance with company policies and compensation structures.
• Partner with HR to coordinate onboarding and support a smooth transition for new hires.
• Help improve recruitment processes to increase efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, and hiring best practices.
• Protect confidential information throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education in Business Administration, Human Resources, or an equivalent field.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment, including requisition management, candidate screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Experience advising and coaching hiring teams on recruitment best practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple open requisitions.
• Understanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint, as well as recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Experience assessing candidates based on qualifications, experience, and organizational fit.
• Experience handling confidential information.
• Recruitment experience in manufacturing, production, or a similar industry.

How to apply
Send your updated resume to spisana@kellyservices.com or call Nancy at 630-506-8757.
Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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