As a Talent Acquisition Specialist you will be responsible for full cycle recruitment for TDS talent. As part of a highly effective team, this position will develop and execute strategies to source, attract, and onboard high quality talent for contact center, consumer sales, administrative and professional positions nationwide. It will consult with assigned business partners throughout the hiring process and maintain appropriate documentation.

The pay range listed for this position represents the low and high end of the base compensation range. The actual offer amount will carefully consider multiple factors, such as relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, location and/or competencies that align with the specified role. Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and equity awards.

This position can be hired at either a Talent Acquisition Specialist (requisition ID #2024-23422), or a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (requisition ID #2024-23423) level, depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate. Different job postings exist for each of these positions. Please reference each job posting for the minimum qualifications required for each role and submit an application for each level that you are both interested and qualified for.

TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom/TDS) delivers high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout the U.S. With 1.2 million connections, TDS is a rapidly growing technology company. Powered by fiber optics and new industry-leading technologies, TDS delivers up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds and offers internet-protocol-based TV entertainment solutions along with traditional phone services. TDS also offers businesses VoIP advanced communications solutions, dedicated internet service, data networking, and hosted-managed services. Visit tdstelecom.com.

TDS Telecom, headquartered in Madison, Wis., employs 3,600 people and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS], a Fortune 1000 company. Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless, broadband, video and voice; and hosted and managed services to approximately 6 million connections nationwide through its businesses: UScellular, TDS Telecom, and OneNeck IT Solutions. Visit tdsinc.com.

Responsible for full cycle recruiting for contact center, sales, administrative and professional positions nationwide, as assigned. Develops and maintains a close relationship with hiring managers, to fill their staffing needs, understand position requirements and develop specific recruiting plans. Consults with managers regarding recruitment practices, policies, and procedures, within an AAP organization. Partners with managers to update job descriptions and writes effective postings to attract top talent. Consults with hiring manager to develop screening and interview tools to establish criteria and determine qualified candidates. Conducts phone screens and interviews, develops professional rapport with candidates, and recommends top talent to hiring managers. Maintains requisitions and all required information in applicant tracking system (ATS). Performs innovative candidate sourcing including but not limited to: internet recruiting, networking, social media, job fairs, open houses, associate referral programs, college recruiting, print publications, etc. In accordance with Affirmative Action Plan and all applicable EEO, state and federal laws, makes hiring recommendations to hiring manager.

Assists with Recruitment Team projects or processes to support overall talent management attraction, onboarding, and retention.

Attend weekly team meetings and HR quarterly meetings.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4 years professional work experience.

Other Qualifications

• 1 years of experience as a full lifecycle recruiter or 6 months internship with TDS in full lifecycle recruiting.
• 2 years of experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Solid understanding of recruitment processes as well as demonstrated sourcing, networking, screening and assessing interviews skills.
• Ability to take ownership of the selection process and successfully manage a high volume work load.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to utilize, multiple recruiting sources. Proven track record of innovative recruiting initiatives and campaigns desired.
• Must have knowledge of up-to-date Human Resource policies, standard practices; laws and regulations and proposed changes and the ability to apply them consistently
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with all levels of staff and applicants.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills; ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with SAP and ATS helpful.
• PHR certification a plus.
• Must be available for some travel.

Do you meet all of the Required Qualifications, but aren't sure if your experience meets the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that some candidates may not apply for jobs unless they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications, when, in fact, they have the skills and experience to be successful in the role! Experience and skills come in many different forms and may not always look identical to what we have on paper, but still lead to success in the role. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have what it takes to be successful in the position, apply today!

Benefits

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off benefits such as vacation (15 days accrued per year for full-time; pro-rated for part-time associates working between 20-39 hours), sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates), seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday, paid parental leave (2 weeks after 12 months of employment), among others. Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage is also available for associates working 30 or more hours per week and Education Assistance is available to full-time associates. Associates scheduled to work under twenty hours per week or for a limited term (i.e. interns) are eligible for medical coverage, the 401(k) plan (if 18 or older), as well as sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates). For more detail on the benefits we offer click here.

At TDS, we embrace Equal Employment Opportunity by valuing our differences and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by law. To learn about our diversity & inclusion philosophy and culture, click here!