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About The Position
The Talent Acquisition & Engagement Specialist plays a crucial role in attracting, hiring, and integrating new team members into the company’s culture. This position manages the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing to onboarding. They also ensure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires, serving as a key point of contact during their initial days and weeks. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for fostering a positive workplace, and a commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or Employee Engagement.
- Demonstrated experience in high-volume recruitment, ideally within the property management or multifamily industry.
- Proficiency in Canva for creating digital and print marketing/engagement assets.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging presentations to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (Paylocity experience is a plus).
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Strong data analysis abilities and knowledge of employee engagement theories.
Nice To Haves
- HR or Talent Acquisition certifications (SHRM-CP, PHR, or AIRS) are highly preferred.
- Bilingual in English & Spanish is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates for both exempt and non-exempt positions across all company properties and the corporate office.
- Manages the Paylocity applicant tracking system (ATS), ensuring that all hiring managers are trained on and actively using the system to track candidate progress.
- Utilizes various career sites, such as Indeed and LinkedIn, to source and locate prospective employees for a wide range of roles, including managers, leasing agents, and maintenance staff.
- Builds strong relationships with regional supervisors, manager and on-site staff, and department heads to understand their hiring needs and ensure a consistent staffing pipeline.
- Screens candidates through phone, virtual, and in-person interviews to assess their qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
- Manages the full recruitment lifecycle, which includes reading and sorting resumes, writing and posting compelling job descriptions, and scheduling interviews with hiring managers.
- Attends job fairs and career events to build the company’s employer brand and engage with potential talent.
- Creates tailored interview questions based on the specific requirements of each position and the company’s core values.
- Prepares and extends offer letters, along with other necessary new-hire documents.
- Initiates and oversees background checks and drug screens for all new hires.
- Act as a passionate champion for company culture, ensuring values are reflected in all aspects of the workplace.
- Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, introducing new hires to company policies and culture to ensure they feel engaged from day one.
- Collaborate with senior leaders to identify problem areas and implement practical solutions to improve employee satisfaction and retention.
- Plan and execute culture-building activities, including team-building exercises, workshops, and wellness programs.
- Serve as a liaison between employees and management to address concerns and facilitate effective communication.
- Implement and manage employee recognition programs to reward outstanding contributions.
- Promote D&I initiatives to ensure an equitable and inclusive workplace for all team members.
