Talent Acquisition Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for but not limited to: handling day to day recruiting processes, sourcing and presenting candidates that are aligned to the position profile, and managing the candidate experience.

The Specialist will process all recruitment-related administration within agreed timescales and providing excellent customer service.# Will attend marketing and recruitment fairs, as well as, provide recommendations in order to recruit top talent.# Duties may include administrative tasks, such as collecting references, call center duties, maintaining file records, and other assigned tasks. # # # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Associates Degree in related field required. PHR#/ SHRM-CP preferred. # # #EXPERIENCE:

Two or more years# experience within a recruiting/talent search environment. Two or more years of customer service experience. # # COMPETENCIES: Ability to accurately evaluate candidates for our open positions.

Able to learn and explain numerous occupations within the health system. Exceptional telephone skills including appropriate business phone etiquette and a clear, distinct voice and capacity for sales. Experience with manipulation of internet, social media sites, Microsoft Office products.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize without compromising quality of work. Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to function in a dynamic environment subject to change in strategy, policy and procedure. Able to work with deadlines. Ability to succeed in and contribute to a team environment. # # ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer:

Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.# They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.# These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # # # # Uses creative sourcing and recognized best practices in the specialty of talent acquisition to develop and maintain a robust pipeline of candidates for current and anticipated job openings.# Recruits candidates via telephone, internet, e-mailings, social media and other effective avenues. Screen and pre-qualify applicant resumes, apply applicable policy and union criteria, select appropriate applicants for each specific position to move forward in the interview process. Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on all candidates, searches, hiring managers# interactions, and other recruiting activities in the applicant tracking system.

Serves as initial point of contact for HRConnection inquiries regarding applicant tracking system, recruitment process, job requirements, third party vendors etc. Acts as a liaison between the hiring manager and candidates during the interview/offer process. Provide initial salary recommendations for candidates.

Collects references on candidates. Tracks applicant and employee certification and licensure for compliance and follow-up with Business Partners. 9.###Attend career fairs # networking events. Maintain good relationship with team, candidates, employees and clients.

Maintains relationships and contracts with third party agencies/vendors. Provide general administrative support to Human Resources team as assigned, including HRConnection phone lines and front desk coverage. Reviews Personnel Action Records when submitted to HR to ensure established policies and procedures have been followed. Assist in providing vacancy and recruitment reports for tracking purposes. # # Waterbury Health considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual#s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Waterbury Health discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.# # # # # # # # # # #