Baker Construction · 16 hours ago
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Baker Construction is the nation’s leading specialty concrete contractor, prioritizing people and professional growth. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and recruiting qualified candidates for various roles within the construction industry, while collaborating with hiring managers to meet staffing needs and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
Construction
Responsibilities
Supports and assists Regional and Corporate Management to identify staffing needs
Resolves gaps in personnel due to turnover
Identifies staffing needs during new project Transition process
Recommends reassignment of personnel prior to conclusion of projects
Evaluates Interns for full-time employment opportunities
Partners with the Leadership Team to establish manpower needs, explore expanding markets, and develop path-forward
Recommends which recruiting events and outreach programs to participate in and evaluates the success
Builds relationships with military bases through career events and local outreach programs
Complies with all federal, state and local compliance regulations related to recruiting
Posts and advertises for open positions
Reviews and screens resumes and applications
Conducts pre-screening interviews, provides feedback and coordinates follow-up interviews with appropriate manager
Drafts offer of employment letters, when appropriate, based on interview discussions
Works with staffing agencies, social media companies, advertising agencies, etc., when employment services are needed
Understands competitors and engages with them strategically
Continuously promotes the Baker brand
Oversees travel/relocation arrangements, and Visa paperwork if needed
Follows up with new hires and their managers to ensure a positive employment experience
Establishes trust with candidates by fostering strong relationships, effectively promoting the available positions, and communicating the company's core values
Maintains Black Book by networking with construction related associations and attending events
Utilizes the LMS and promotes co-worker usage
Oversees management of Applicant Tracker
Mines resume repository in the Applicant Tracker when hiring needs arise
Appropriately documents applicant/candidate status throughout the recruiting process
Utilizes The Marketing Collective for PowerPoint presentations and other associated recruitment materials
Ensures all record keeping is up to date
Attends HR Department staff meetings and participates in developing HR objectives and systems
Champions Incident and Injury Free (IIF) environment
Sets example by following safety guidelines
Complies with proper safety procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and eight (8) years experience, preferably in construction or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to present information in written and oral form to all levels of co-workers within the Company
Ability to read and comprehend procedures, regulations, and laws
Ability to effectively communicate, including expertise using social media
Ability to calculate simple math such addition, subtraction, division, percentages, and ratios
Ability to build and adhere to a talent management budget
Strong proficiency with Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong proficiency with recruiting job boards / platforms such as Linkedin, Indeed, etc
Knowledge of SuccessFactors preferred
Ability to work with all levels of co-workers in a team environment
Ability to quickly network and build relationships with industry professionals
Ability to enhance talent pool and pipeline through inspiring, motivating, and mentoring talent
Ability to effectively negotiate and collaborate
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
Ability to adapt to a variety of situations
Possesses effective listening skills
Ability to identify challenges in the recruitment process and develop creative solutions
Ability to assess personalities and skill sets
Ability to research and analyze various types of data
Ability to exercise judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay organized and manage multiple priorities
Possesses strong discernment capabilities
Constantly required to navigate office; may occasionally be required to navigate construction site environments
Frequently required to listen and communicate
Frequently required to employ visual acuity and dexterity in the regular use of computers and other related equipment
Frequently required to travel short and long distances
Occasionally required to handle average weight objects up to 10 pound
Work is primarily in an office environment, but involves exposure to outside weather and jobsite conditions
Frequent travel is required, involving exposure to confined spaces such as automobiles or airplanes, with a minimum travel commitment of 25%
Preferred
Knowledge of SuccessFactors preferred
Benefits
Great pay
Excellent benefits
Company
Baker Construction
The nation's largest concrete contractor, Baker Construction specializes in all types of concrete construction and related solutions, including civil construction, deep foundations, restoration, and protection.
Funding
Current Stage
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