Strategic Talent Acquisition Lead

1 week ago

Washington, United States united Planning Full time

Company Overview

The United Planning Organization (UPO) is a leading Community Action Agency serving the residents of Washington, District of Columbia, since 1962. Our vision for the future is to create thriving communities and self-sufficient residents. We strive to unite people with opportunities through our Mission.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $68,300 - $73,300 annually, along with an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) matching plan, sick leave, vacation leave, personal days, paid holidays, and more.

Job Description

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at UPO, you will lead the life cycle recruiting function to acquire top talent for our organization. Your responsibilities will include sourcing, identifying, screening, interviewing, and onboarding employees. You will provide guidance to applicants and management staff throughout the recruiting/talent acquisition process. Additionally, you will support functional areas of human resources as directed by the Director, Human Resources and/or the VP, Human Resources.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and two years of recruiting/talent acquisition experience; or four to five years of direct recruiting/talent acquisition experience.
  • Excellent knowledge of employment laws and policies, HRIS systems/Applicant Tracking (ADP WFN preferred).
  • Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs and electronic time keeping program.
  • Possess effective organizational and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Maintain confidentiality, manage multiple projects, and possess problem-solving and crisis management skills.
  • Self-directed, detail-oriented, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with and work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

  1. Post vacancies and screen resumes.
  2. Process applications, schedule interviews, prepare interview packets, conduct reference checks, pre-employment testing, background checks, prepare offer letters and rejection letters, onboard new hires, create new employee files, prepare new employee orientation packages, and distribute new hire gifts.
  3. Source potential candidates through online channels such as social platforms and professional networks.
  4. Assess candidate information using applicant tracking system.
  5. Coordinate with hiring managers and Director, Human Resources to update job descriptions and interview questions.
  6. Enter new hires, employee status changes, and COLAs into the ADP HRIS.
  7. Assist the Director, Human Resources in sourcing strategies and initiatives such as employer branding, establishing partnerships to build pipelines for potential applicants.
  8. Analyze and apply Federal and State regulations to the Recruiting/TA work function and various areas within OHR.
  9. Compose, edit, and proof documents, reports, and correspondence, as required.
  10. Participate in job fairs and other community events, representing UPO and coordinate occasional UPO-sponsored job fairs to recruit applicants.
  11. Respond to routine HR inquiries from staff, management, and applicants utilizing established policies, procedures, and practices.
  12. Reconcile applicable invoices, prepare vouchers for payment.
  13. Assist in processing employee verifications, as needed.
  14. Assist with new hire orientation, as needed.
  15. Assist in the HR functional areas of compliance, benefits, and employee relations as directed by the Director, Human Resources and/or the VP, Human Resource.

About UPO

United Planning Organization (UPO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all individuals. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for this position and join our team.

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