Talent Acquisition Specialist

For more than 25 years, the Atlas Management team has provided management and human resources solutions to businesses, and employment opportunities to individuals. Atlas Management is hiring Talent Acquisition Specialist for a company in the Donelson, TN area. This organization is fast operations which has increased their talent acquisition needs. They are looking for the Recruiter who knows how to learn a new process quickly and fill an extensive number of requisitions within deadlines. This Recruiter must be comfortable in a very detailed driven process. If you feel this would be the right fit for, apply today!

Talent Acquisition Specialist

$30 - $35 per hour

M-F, 8a-5p

Onsite, Donelson, TN

Contract 6-9 months

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full life-cycle recruiting: recruiting, 

screening and recommending placement of staff by using creative and diverse sourcing methods. This role 

requires considerable skill in interviewing techniques, a good knowledge and understanding of all functions 

in the company and the company's organizational structure, as well as an extensive knowledge of Human 

Resources policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment practices.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Partners with hiring managers to determine staffing needs and advises on recruiting strategies to 

build a pool of diverse and qualified candidates.

• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate 

assessments and reference/background checks, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire), 

delivers employment offers for both exempt and non-exempt positions, and initiates the onboarding 

process.

• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates.

• Uses traditional and nontraditional resources, such as career fairs, online job fairs, community 

network events, etc., to identify and attract both diverse and qualified candidates.

• Develops advertising programs (internal and external) to ensure high visibility with potential 

candidates.

• Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring 

manager, transfer offer letters, etc.

• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process.

• Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure 

achievement of staffing goals.

• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., 

benefits, compensation).

• Manages pre-hire onboarding process by ensuring background checks, certifications, licenses, 

employment verifications and references are all completed within company standards.

• Works with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, 

including Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) and Equal Employment opportunity (EEO) compliance.

• Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

• Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.

• Tracks metrics for all recruiting activities.

• Stays informed of trends and innovative recruiting techniques.

• Maintains memberships and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to industry.

• Supports company’s commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service 

and Excellence (RISE).

• Follows all safety regulations.

• Maintains regular and on-time attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Human Resource Regulations: Knowledge of federal, state, and local human resources regulations 

such as those stipulated by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Labor, 

and Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Web-Based Software: Knowledge of standard web-based software concepts, practices, and 

procedures.

• Office Management: Knowledge of general office management practices and procedures.

• Confidentiality: Skill in exercising sound judgment and discretion in the handling of sensitive 

documents and issues.

• Microsoft Windows: Skill in using the Microsoft Windows operating system.

• Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working 

relationships with others.

• Communication: Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with 

stakeholders, both orally and in writing.

• Computer Use: Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other software to perform jobrelated functions.

• Database Management: Skill in establishing and maintaining databases, spreadsheets, and other 

applicable computer software applications.

• Efficiency: Skill in working efficiently under strict deadlines.

• Judgment and Decision Making: Skill in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential 

actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Office Equipment: Skill in using standard office equipment such as telephones, copy machines, 

scanners, multi-functional printers, and fax machines.

• Calculators: Skill in using calculators.

• Word Processing: Skill in computerized word processing quickly and accurately.

• Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Written Expression: Ability to use words and sentences in writing so others will understand.

• Attention to Detail: Is careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in a related field

• Minimum 2-4 years of high-volume recruitment