Talent Acquisition Associate

Title: Talent Acquisition Associate

Classification: Part Time

Reports to: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: Starting at $20.00 per hour

Location: Cross Roads, TX

Department: Internal Operations

Technology:

Travel (frequency): NA

On-Call (Frequency): NA

Average Hours Per Week:20-25 hours/week

Weekend Work (Frequency): NA

Title and Employees Supervised: NA

Additional Information: NA

About 29 Acres: 29 Acres is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 29 Acres focuses on using research-based practices and programming to make meaningful and measured progress. At 29 Acres, we prioritize individualized programming, setting specific goals and outcomes tailored to the unique needs of our clients.

29 Acre's living community is located in Crossroads, Texas approximately 30 miles north of Dallas. Located near the shores of Lake Lewisville, 29 Acres is a quiet community yet is only minutes away from the University of North Texas and all the major services and activities of the Dallas metroplex. It is easily accessible from several highways serving the North Texas area.

Position Summary

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in sourcing, recruiting, and selecting top talent to support the growth and success of the organization. Your responsibilities will include managing the end-to-end hiring process, ensuring alignment with company needs, and fostering a positive candidate experience. By identifying and attracting high-quality candidates, you will contribute to building a strong, diverse workforce that drives the company's success and enhances its culture.

Position Qualifications

• Preferred: Minimum of 2 years' experience in similar or related fields.
• Required: Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Required: Must hold a valid Texas driver's license and possess an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Job Posting and Advertising:

• Creating and posting job descriptions on various job boards, social media platforms, and the company's career page.

• Ensuring job listings are updated and accurate to attract the right candidates.

• Resume Screening and Shortlisting:

• Reviewing incoming resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.

• Screening resumes for basic qualifications, skills, and experience, and presenting a shortlist of suitable candidates to hiring managers.

• Candidate Sourcing:

• Utilizing job boards, LinkedIn, and other platforms to proactively search for candidates.

• Engaging with potential candidates and building a pipeline of talent for current and future openings.

• Interview Coordination:

• Scheduling interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

• Sending interview confirmations, reminders, and necessary details to candidates.

• Candidate Communication:

• Maintaining regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process, providing status updates and feedback.

• Responding to candidate inquiries about job openings, application status, and company culture.

• Supporting the Interview Process:

• Assisting in the preparation of interview questions

• Conduct initial interview screenings and support hiring managers in the interview process.

• Onboarding Support:

• Assisting with new hire paperwork, such as contracts, background checks, and reference checks.

• Coordinating with HR and other departments to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.

• Maintaining Candidate Database:

• Updating and managing candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

• Ensuring that candidate information is accurately stored for future reference.

• Reporting and Analytics:

• Generating basic recruitment reports to track key metrics like time-to-fill, number of applications received, and interview-to-hire ratios.

• Assisting in tracking the progress of open positions and identifying any bottlenecks in the hiring process.

• Job Market Research:

• Staying up-to-date with job market trends, salary ranges, and the latest recruitment tools or platforms.

• Providing insights or feedback on recruitment strategies.

• Supporting Employer Branding Efforts:

• Assisting in promoting the company's culture and values through recruitment marketing.

• Helping with social media outreach and employer branding initiatives.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties, responsibilities, or activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• 29 Acres is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. 29 Acres is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.

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