Talent Acquisition Manager

Office Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Position Classification: Full-Time Regular

About This Opportunity

Rockford Construction is currently searching for a Talent Acquisition Manager to join the Human Resources department. As the Talent Acquisition Manager, you are responsible for developing and implementing full-cycle recruitment to attract, hire, onboard and retain top talent for current roles and future roles within the organization. You will source candidates through various channels, review applicant resumes using the applicant tracking system called Workable and provide support and hiring recommendations for exempt and nonexempt workforce positions. This position also manages the team member performance review process, manager training, team member integration and workforce development.

To be successful in this role, you should be familiar with recruitment strategies and interviewing techniques and enjoy working in close collaboration with a human resources team and internal stakeholders. Nurturing a trusting relationship with candidates and new hires is essential to be successful in this role. The position has one direct report, the Talent Acquisition Coordinator. The Talent Acquisition Manager reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Ultimately, you will create strong talent pipelines for the current and future hiring needs and support each department as Rockford Construction continues to grow. Apply online today if you're interested in joining a collaborative and innovative team.

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle.
• Manage performance review content, system module, trainings, and annual cycle.
• Oversee team member integration up to one year of employment.
• Conduct and analyze Team Member exit interviews. Distribute reports to executives quarterly.
• Works with team members on employee relations concerns and resolution.
• Develop and manage college recruiting schedule and internship program.
• Participate in community outreach, workforce development, and engagement events related to recruiting.
• Partner with HR team to lead compensation data collection, analysis, and recommend best practices.
• Partner with hiring managers to define qualifications to be used in sourcing and selection and ensuring job descriptions are updated and accurate.
• Develops and implements recruiting strategy and brand strategy to identify and attract both active and passive candidates.
• Evaluates external labor market condition analyzing hiring trends, turnover rates, and candidate feedback to make recommendations and adjustments to the recruitment strategies.
• Sources candidates through a variety of internal and external methods including job boards, social media, networking, advertising, third party agencies, recruiting fairs and referrals.
• Use applicant tracking system to post, review, and communicate with candidates.
• Screens applicant resumes to match potential candidates with knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required.
• Effectively communicates job specifics, company culture, compensation, benefits and career opportunities to candidates.
• Presents qualified candidates to hiring managers for interview and selection.
• Advises the HR Coordinator of Talent Acquisition on candidate communication and next steps.
• Provide interview support guidance and counsel to hiring managers during candidate selection.
• Facilitates pre-employment requirements within established guidelines.
• Delivers conditional offers of employment and/or communicates candidate rejections verbally and in writing.
• Reviews all pre-employment screens such as background checks, MVR and drug screening.
• Rescinds offers when required due to pre-employment screening results.
• Facilitates new Team Member orientations and ensures a seamless integration into the company.
• Manager trainings on procedures and process as it relates to recruiting, onboarding, and orientation.
• Ensures regulatory aspects of the recruitment process are compliant with company policy and Federal/State law.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in human resources, communications, business administration or similar.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of related experience in human resources.
• The ability to handle multiple demands while keeping a positive and results-focused attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships built on trust.
• Comfortable making decisions independently in the best interest of the company.
• Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems and human resource management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• A deep understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Familiar with a wide variety of sourcing avenues.

• Ability to travel in the state of Michigan as necessary to attract and recruit talent through career fair events. (5% travel).

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Talent Acquisition management experience.
• Construction or manufacturing industry knowledge.
• LinkedIn Recruiter experience.
• Familiar using Workable Applicant Tracking Database and Dayforce HRIS.

Rockford offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off including, continued learning and training opportunities, on-site health and wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and access to industry-leading technology. Team members are also provided opportunities to help shape their community for future generations through volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations.

Who We Are

At Rockford, we’re not just in the business of creating buildings – we’re creating neighborhoods, businesses and communities and we’re looking for people who are ready to make an impact. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we’ve built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing and industrial clients. We’re delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach that’s built on safety, teamwork and a dedication to quality. Rockford Construction respects and values the characteristics, talents, and perspectives that make each person unique. We believe that by bringing diverse individuals together, in an inclusive manner we can more effectively collaborate, innovate, and solve the problems that face our world. We are committed to creating and fostering a team, partners, and strategies that reflect this purpose.

Environmental Factors

The work environment for this position may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction sites. Examples of physical hazards include noise, proximity to moving vehicles, atmospheric conditions, close quarters, uneven surfaces, and elevated surfaces. The individual may also be subjected to outside environmental conditions (weather) where protection may not be available. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times outside the job trailer. Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less.

Rockford Construction is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford Construction will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.