Talent Acquisition Specialist

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services

. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, selection, offers, pre-employment activities, and onboarding coordination .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates while ensuring compliance with employment laws and organizational procedures. Proficient in utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruitment metrics to enhance hiring outcomes and candidate experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full Recruitment Lifecycle ManagementSourcing And Screening CandidatesApplicant Tracking System ProficiencyKnowledge Of Employment LawsBachelor's Degree In Human Resources

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Hard Skills

Recruitment PracticesCandidate AssessmentJob PostingInterview CoordinationOnboarding CoordinationRecruitment Metrics MonitoringBackground ChecksTalent Pipeline DevelopmentJob Description DevelopmentConfidential Information Handling

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsDiscretion And JudgmentCollaborationConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeOnline Sourcing ToolsVirtual Meeting PlatformsApplicant Tracking System

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Talent Acquisition SpecialistVolunteer Specialist

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit RecruitmentHealthcare RecruitmentEducation RecruitmentSocial Services RecruitmentMission-Driven Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, selection, offers, pre-employment activities, and onboarding coordination
Partner with hiring managers to clarify staffing needs, define job requirements, establish timelines, and develop selection strategies
Source candidates through job boards, professional networks, social media, referrals, community partnerships, career fairs, headhunting, and direct outreach
Review applications, conduct structured screening interviews, assess qualifications, and present candidates to hiring managers
Coordinate interviews and maintain timely communication with candidates and internal stakeholders
Prepare and extend employment offers according to compensation guidelines and organizational procedures
Maintain applicant records, requisition activity, disposition reasons, and hiring documentation in the applicant tracking system
Develop and maintain job descriptions with managers and the Human Resources Director
Monitor recruitment metrics and recommend improvements to time to fill, source effectiveness, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes
Follow the 30-day goal to fill positions
Support employer-branding initiatives and represent ACCESS at recruiting events and community programs
Promote equitable hiring practices and comply with employment laws, policies, and record-retention requirements
Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring, specialized, and hard-to-fill positions
Escalate conflicts of interest, policy violations, candidate concerns, and compliance questions to the Human Resource Director
Develop and deliver training for hiring managers and leaders on interviewing, onboarding, retention, and related topics
Maintain professional interview-question templates for hiring managers
Communicate role details, hiring process, timelines, and next steps to candidates
Conduct comprehensive pre-employment background checks and ongoing screenings when appropriate
Participate in audits as required
May administer the learning management system
Support employee onboarding and orientation
Support planning and execution of ACCESS events
May assist CHRC with credentialing, training, and background checks
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
3 years of experience in recruiting for a nonprofit, healthcare, education, social services, mission-driven environment, or related field
Demonstrated experience sourcing, screening, and coordinating candidates for multiple positions in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of recruitment practices and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws
Experience operating applicant tracking systems and recruiting sites
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, online sourcing tools, and virtual meeting platforms
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience approved by Human Resources
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Certified Talent Acquisition Specialist or Volunteer Specialist preferred
Normal business hours; some additional hours may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Local and in-state travel up to 15%
Climate controlled office