Talent Acquisition Specialist

Overview

Xanterra Travel Collection is a growing, exceptional group of travel and leisure businesses operating across the globe. Our properties/services combine dramatic settings and landmark buildings with exceptional service to deliver unforgettable experiences. We are inspired by our guests, our environment, and each other.  Headquartered in our beautiful new Greenwood Village, Colorado offices, we strive to create a collaborative experience and a transformational journey for our valued team members.  We have a high commitment to sustainability, growth and are seeking driven, innovative individuals who value offerings in career development and professional advancement.  Our Travel Collection includes lodging, food and beverage, Windstar Cruises, short-line railroad, and adventure travel companies.  Please visit xanterra.com for more information on the company and its environmental initiatives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WHILE HELPING OTHERS GROW THEIR OWN:  As a Talent Specialist you will assist with generating interest inemployment of potential applicants and sell the opportunity to live, work, and explore at our National Parks. This is a high-volume recruiting role supporting one or more of our locations. You will work in a collaborative environment striving to help identify top tier talent and staff our locations to provide unforgettable experiences for our guests.This position reports to a Talent Supervisor and is based out of our Denver Headquarters.  This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

 HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Recruit for domestic front-line, hourly and salaried positions.  Perform job activities to ensure property hiring needs are achieved, including meeting or exceeding interview goals. 
• Utilize applicant tracking system to post requisitions, screen candidates, conduct interviews, extend job offers and declines.  Ensure adequate job offers are issued to meet hiring needs.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the locations, job responsibilities related to each of your requisitions, and lifestyle and benefits of park lifeat supported location(s). 
• Provide a professional, legally compliant, and consistent selectionand onboarding experience for applicants.  Consistently apply established criteria in the candidate evaluation process. 
• Ensure data integrity in applicant tracking system by following established workflow guidelines.
• May conduct intake meetings with hiring managers to determine job specific skills, qualifications, compensation, ideal start date and other critical information for effective phone screens. 
• Be the point of contact for hiring managers by communicating with them in a timely, professional manner.  Provide hiring managers with guidance regarding hiring best practices.  
• Maintain extensive contact with incoming employees. Offer accurate directions and information regarding the location, the Company, and job specifics. 
• Work closely with talent coordinator and location to ensure an exceptional candidate experience.
• Participate in virtual or on-site hiring events as needed. 
• Attend and participate in staffing update calls with property departments as assigned.  
• Maintain property staffing guide and other relevant tracking documents as required.
• Handle confidential and/or sensitive information related to employment decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• At least one year of previous experience in talent acquisition. 
• Previous experience working in a high-volume hiring and/or seasonal environment is strongly preferred.
• Exhibits professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication with candidates, team members, and co-workers in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the human resources team.
• Ability to communicate park-specific information including housing facilities and company/departmental procedures.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, take initiative, and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Knowledge or ability to learn Applicant Tracking System.  Prior experience with iCIMS specific products preferred. 

COMPENSATION:  The pay rate for this position is $24.50/hour.  Pay rate based on the position located out of the Denver Headquarters. 

BENEFITS: For full-time employees, Xanterra offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision; HSA and FSA; Life and Disability Insurance; Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance; Pet Insurance; Vacation, Sick and Holiday Paid Time Off; 401(k) with Company Match; Employee Assistance Plan; Education Assistance; and Employee Discounts and Travel Deals.

EEO: Xanterra is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We are an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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