Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition SpecialistA well-established hospitality organization is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support hiring efforts for a newly renovated hotel in Ontario, California. This individual will play a key role in identifying, attracting, and hiring exceptional hospitality talent across all hotel departments while partnering closely with property leadership throughout the recruiting process.This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter who enjoys building relationships, sourcing top talent, and contributing to the successful launch of a revitalized hotel property.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly and salaried hotel positions.Source qualified candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, networking, employee referrals, community partnerships, and local recruiting events.Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.Partner with hotel leadership to understand staffing priorities and develop effective recruiting strategies.Coordinate interviews, communicate with candidates, and manage the hiring process from initial outreach through offer acceptance.Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).Promote employment opportunities through social media, hospitality organizations, career fairs, and local workforce programs.Develop relationships with hospitality schools, community organizations, and industry groups to expand recruiting efforts.Monitor recruiting activity and provide regular updates on candidate pipelines and hiring progress.Deliver an exceptional candidate experience while ensuring an efficient and professional hiring process.Qualifications2+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience; hospitality recruiting experience is strongly preferred.Experience recruiting for hotels, resorts, restaurants, retail, or other customer-focused environments.Strong sourcing and networking skills with the ability to identify both active and passive candidates.Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); Workday experience is a plus.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and social recruiting platforms.Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.Ability to manage multiple openings in a fast-paced environment.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and recruiting experience.Previous experience supporting hotel operations or hospitality recruiting is highly desirable.CompensationBase Salary: Up to $85,000, depending on experience.Comprehensive benefits package.Opportunity to join an exciting hotel renovation project and play a key role in building a high-performing team from the ground up.