Talent Acquisition Specialist & Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Metropolitan Council
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medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul
390 Robert Street North (Show on map)
Feb 26, 2025
WHO WE ARE We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan the area's future 30 years in advance and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. Our website has more information about us. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. The Talent Management team partners 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: Talent Acquisition Specialists administer the recruitment and selection process in a timely, customer service-oriented, and cost-effective manner for our Information Services department. This position is responsible for the overall recruitment and selection procedure, delivering quality candidates to hiring managers, and representing the organization to prospective employees. We are hiring either a Talent Acquisition Specialist or a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, depending on experience. The salary range for the Talent Acquisition Specialist is $35.37 to $57.41 per hour, with an annualized range of $73,570 to $119,413. The salary range for the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is $41.34 to $67.08 per hour, with an annualized salary of $85,987 to $139,526. The starting salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, skills, education, and internal salary equity. It includes a generous benefits package, including eligibility for annual salary increases. This position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule (remote/onsite combination). The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. There are two vacancies at our Robert Street facility at 390 Robert Street in Saint Paul and one at our Heywood Office at 560 6th Avenue North in Minneapolis. What you would do in this job The Talent Acquisition Specialist is an entry-level position within Talent Management. The position is responsible for routine recruitment and selection assignments and will also lead and participate in small HR-related projects. 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, appointment scheduling, answering questions, etc. Coordinates communication with hiring managers and applicants to ensure 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 recruitment. Participates and attends job fairs and hiring events. Performs other related duties as assigned The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist administers the recruitment and selection process in a timely, customer service-oriented, and cost-effective manner. This position is responsible for the overall recruitment and selection procedure, delivering quality candidates to hiring managers, representing the organization to prospective employees, and leading and participating in medium-to large HR-related projects. Manages full-cycle recruitment and selection processes within Council policies, procedures, and department practices; executes recruitment strategies and identifies recruiting sources that generate a quality applicant pool; and provides guidance to managers regarding recruiting, interviewing, selection, and hiring processes within Council policy, bargaining agreements, and applicant tracking systems. Responsible for the design/development of candidate testing/selection. Administers valid selection tools.. Develops a robust candidate pipeline using strong communication and influencing skills and advises managers on best practices and techniques. Promotes diversity by partnering and advertising vacancies with diverse organizations and monitors the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) code needed for each recruitment. Completes salary analyses for new hires, promotions, transfers, etc., and prepares recommendations for review and approval by HR management, the hiring department, and the hiring manager; extends an employment offer to the candidate; coordinates pre-employment background checks, drug screens, and physicals. Develops and administers valid selection tools. Participates in and leads medium- to large-scale HR-related projects. Participates and attends job fairs and hiring events. May provide work direction to the Talent Acquisition Specialists. Performs other related duties as assigned. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Talent Acquisition Specialist Any of the following combinations of experience in full-cycle recruitment and selection and completed education in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, or a closely related field. High School diploma/GED with six years of experience Associate degree with four years of experience Bachelor's degree with two years of experience Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist Any of the following combinations of experience in full-cycle recruitment and selection and completed education in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, or a closely related field. High School diploma/GED with eight years of experience Associate degree with six years of experience Bachelor's degree with four years of experience What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Experience in the public sector, including local, city, county, and federal government agencies. Experience with NEOGOV electronic applicant tracking system Experience with PeopleSoft Human Resources Information System Experience with outreach to cross-cultural communities Experience sourcing candidates and building relationships professional associations, job boards, and related contacts 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 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 Talent Acquisition Specialist Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade F FLSA Status: Non-exempt Safety Sensitive: No Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade H FLSA Status: Non-exempt Safety Sensitive: No What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Your work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. There is occasional evening and weekend work. What steps the recruitment process involves: We review your minimum qualifications. We rate your education and experience. We conduct a structured panel interview. 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 that 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 relate 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 .