Talent Acquisition Specialist

2 weeks ago

Saint Paul, United States Metropolitan Council Full time
WHO WE ARE

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Talent Management team works in partnership with the Council's divisions to provide proactive solutions for workforce needs including recruiting, selecting and retaining great employees.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is an entry-level position within Talent Management and is responsible for routine recruitment and selection assignments. The position will also lead and participate in small HR-related projects.

The starting salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, skills, and education, as well as internal salary equity, and includes a generous benefits package including eligibility for annual salary increases. What you would do in this job

  • Administers routine recruitment and selection processes ensuring high-quality candidates apply for vacancies
  • Assists the Senior Acquisition Specialist with administrative tasks associated with recruitment and selection, including testing, data entry, scheduling of appointments, answering questions, etc.
  • Coordinates communication with hiring managers and applicants to assure timely, accurate information regarding their status, the position, and/or the process
  • Coordinates the interview process
  • Completes pre-hire steps on a selected candidate to ensure salary is approved and the candidate meets all requirements of the position
  • Complies and follows policies, procedures, union contracts, and laws during the entire recruitment process
  • Participates and attends job fairs and hiring events
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree field of study in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration or closely related field) and experience (in full cycle recruitment and selection):

  • High school diploma/GED with six or more years of experience
  • Associate degree with four or more years of experience
  • Bachelor's degree or higher with two or more years of experience
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
  • Experience managing public sector, government agency, or public education recruitments
  • Experience with NeoGov applicant tracking system
  • Experience with PeopleSoft Human Resources Information System
  • Experience with outreach to cross-cultural communities
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or IPMA-HR certification
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have:
  • Knowledge of human resources practices and principles.
  • Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to human resources management.
  • Skilled in HRMS systems, including HRIS, Applicant Tracking, and Onboarding systems for managing human resources processes.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to plan, organize and manage work responsibilities.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple recruitments simultaneously.
  • Ability to interpret and apply organizational policies and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing .
  • Ability to develop effective, collaborative working relationships and gain the confidence and trust of key customers and stakeholders.
  • Ability to promote an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees.
What you can expect from us:
  • We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
  • We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
  • We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us Additional information

Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade F
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. Occasional evening and weekend work.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

  1. We review your minimum qualifications.
  2. We rate your education and experience.
  3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
  4. We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history if the job you're applying for is a supervisory or management position, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

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