Tarrant County College
TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST - Human Resources
Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Summary
The Talent Acquisition Specialist II will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Human Resources Department including managing full-cycle recruitment for a portfolio of departments, leading sourcing strategies, partnering with hiring managers, and delivering candidate-focused experiences aligned with organizational needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manages full-cycle recruitment for professional and technical roles.
Partners with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies and screening criteria.
Leads sourcing efforts via job boards, social media, and passive outreach.
Conducts in-depth interviews and provides candidate assessments.
Coordinates background checks, pre-employment screenings, and onboarding tasks.
Develops recruitment marketing materials and branding content.
Monitors recruiting metrics and prepares reports for leadership.
Ensures compliance with EEO, FLSA, and hiring regulations.
Leads job fair participation and builds talent pipelines.
Provides guidance to HR Assistants or Junior Recruiters.
Identifies hiring process improvements and implements new sourcing strategies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
Advanced analytical skills.
Knowledge of basic employment laws related to hiring (e.g., FLSA, FCRA, ADA).
Understanding of job classification principles and position description review processes.
Skill in reviewing job descriptions and identifying essential qualifications for alignment in postings.
Skill in using virtual interview platforms and scheduling tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive candidate and personnel data.
Ability to analyze applicant trends and recruitment source effectiveness.
Ability to represent the organization professionally at recruiting events and with external vendors.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a mid-to-large organization.
Preferred Requirements
Familiarity with diversity hiring best practices and outreach programs.
Knowledge of job classification and compensation structure alignment.
Knowledge of EEO regulations and recruitment compliance practices.
Bilingual skills preferred for community-based recruitment efforts.
Familiarity with public sector or civil service hiring procedures and documentation requirements.
Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Benefits Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
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Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manages full-cycle recruitment for professional and technical roles.
Partners with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies and screening criteria.
Leads sourcing efforts via job boards, social media, and passive outreach.
Conducts in-depth interviews and provides candidate assessments.
Coordinates background checks, pre-employment screenings, and onboarding tasks.
Develops recruitment marketing materials and branding content.
Monitors recruiting metrics and prepares reports for leadership.
Ensures compliance with EEO, FLSA, and hiring regulations.
Leads job fair participation and builds talent pipelines.
Provides guidance to HR Assistants or Junior Recruiters.
Identifies hiring process improvements and implements new sourcing strategies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
Advanced analytical skills.
Knowledge of basic employment laws related to hiring (e.g., FLSA, FCRA, ADA).
Understanding of job classification principles and position description review processes.
Skill in reviewing job descriptions and identifying essential qualifications for alignment in postings.
Skill in using virtual interview platforms and scheduling tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive candidate and personnel data.
Ability to analyze applicant trends and recruitment source effectiveness.
Ability to represent the organization professionally at recruiting events and with external vendors.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a mid-to-large organization.
Preferred Requirements
Familiarity with diversity hiring best practices and outreach programs.
Knowledge of job classification and compensation structure alignment.
Knowledge of EEO regulations and recruitment compliance practices.
Bilingual skills preferred for community-based recruitment efforts.
Familiarity with public sector or civil service hiring procedures and documentation requirements.
Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Benefits Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
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