Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist

JOB OVERVIEW:  Play a pivotal role in sourcing, recruiting, and onboarding exceptional talent. Build talent pipelines and partner with leaders to select and onboard top-tier candidates. Collaborate with marketing to plan and execute employer branding initiatives on social media platforms.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment Strategy and Execution:

• Proactively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline ahead of posting roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to identify the best fit for open positions.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing methods to attract diverse candidates, including job boards, social media, and networking events.

Onboarding:

• Collaborate with leadership to streamline and standardize the onboarding process for new hires.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative efficiency and enhance the new hire experience.
• Ensure that new employees are effectively introduced to company culture, values, and tools.

Employer Branding and Marketing:

• Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute employer branding initiatives on social media platforms.
• Promote the company as an employer of choice and showcase our culture and values to attract top talent.
• Leverage employer branding efforts to support broader organizational goals and initiatives.

Other HR Activities:

• Support HR initiatives and projects as needed, including professional development, employee surveys, and employee handbook updates.
• Collaborate with leadership on culture-setting and employee engagement activities.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• 2-3 years of experience in sourcing and recruiting required.
• Strong understanding of sourcing and recruitment best practices and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with employer branding and social media marketing preferred.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems and tools is a plus.

This position will work remotely with occasional trips (2-3 days per month) to our lab in Ames, IA.  Visa sponsorship and relocation are not available.