Talent Acquisition Specialist

Arthur J. Gallagher · Portland

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We are a multidisciplinary electrical firm with the in-house expertise to plan, construct, install, and fully integrate a full range of electrical, control, and telecom systems. We offer a comprehensive line of innovative electrical solutions, performing work collaboratively—under one roof—to help us lower costs, increase accuracy, and promote project efficiency.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) supports the human resources team by identifying, engaging, and attracting qualified talent to meet the organization’s workforce needs. This role leverages a variety of sourcing channels including job boards, social media, outreach programs, and strategic search methodologies to build and maintain robust talent pipelines.

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Recruitment

• Develop and execute strategies to identify and attract high-quality candidates.
• Review the company’s hiring and talent needs to anticipate future hiring needs.
• Create specific job position questions for phone screens and interviews.
• Maintain and update job descriptions as needed.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of job postings.
• Establish expectations and goals with the hiring manager.  
• Manage the candidate screening process, including candidate sourcing, reviewing resumes, initial phone screens, gathering hiring manager feedback, and interviews.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and sourcing activity within applicant tracking system.
• Maintain CPM Training Facilitator candidate notes and recommendations.
• Work with marketing on HR LinkedIn content planning, scheduling, and social media support.
• Coordinate and distribute internal recruitment campaigns to all employees via email.
• Create and maintain a candidate recruitment tracker.

Events & Outreach Engagement

• Manage, coordinate, and participate in job fairs, college career fairs, and school partnerships.
• Coordinate campus presentations, guest speaker panels, and events.   
• Work with division managers to build and sustain a university internship program.
• Work with division managers to grow and develop mentorships with high school students in ACE type programs. 
• Work with Department of Defense recruiters to engage with veterans transitioning to civilian life.
• Manage, maintain, and organize outreach pipeline.
• Explore and assist with other outreach initiatives. 

Success In This Role

Success in this position is demonstrated through:

• Organized and accurate talent acquisition systems and records.
• Timely completion of assigned projects and requests.
• Professional and responsive communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well-executed outreach events and programs.
• Consistent follow-through on commitments and deadlines.

• BSc/BA (HR Management or Business Degree) preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of talent and acquisition principles.
• Good knowledge of MS Office 365 suite.
• Job fair experience preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work with different departments.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a TAS to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The TAS is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Direct Reports

None

Office-based. Monday – Friday during normal business hours.

• Health & Welfare (medical, dental & vision)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

Recruitment

• Develop and execute strategies to identify and attract high-quality candidates.
• Review the company’s hiring and talent needs to anticipate future hiring needs.
• Create specific job position questions for phone screens and interviews.
• Maintain and update job descriptions as needed.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of job postings.
• Establish expectations and goals with the hiring manager.  
• Manage the candidate screening process, including candidate sourcing, reviewing resumes, initial phone screens, gathering hiring manager feedback, and interviews.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and sourcing activity within applicant tracking system.
• Maintain CPM Training Facilitator candidate notes and recommendations.
• Work with marketing on HR LinkedIn content planning, scheduling, and social media support.
• Coordinate and distribute internal recruitment campaigns to all employees via email.
• Create and maintain a candidate recruitment tracker.

Events & Outreach Engagement

• Manage, coordinate, and participate in job fairs, college career fairs, and school partnerships.
• Coordinate campus presentations, guest speaker panels, and events.   
• Work with division managers to build and sustain a university internship program.
• Work with division managers to grow and develop mentorships with high school students in ACE type programs. 
• Work with Department of Defense recruiters to engage with veterans transitioning to civilian life.
• Manage, maintain, and organize outreach pipeline.
• Explore and assist with other outreach initiatives. 

Success In This Role

Success in this position is demonstrated through:

• Organized and accurate talent acquisition systems and records.
• Timely completion of assigned projects and requests.
• Professional and responsive communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well-executed outreach events and programs.
• Consistent follow-through on commitments and deadlines.

• BSc/BA (HR Management or Business Degree) preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of talent and acquisition principles.
• Good knowledge of MS Office 365 suite.
• Job fair experience preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work with different departments.

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