Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist(Managerial Asst III)
Division: Personnel - Talent Acquisition
Union: N/A
Location: 501 S Second St, Springfield, IL - Sangamon County
Salary: Anticipated$75,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Benefits: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html
Note: The inclusion of a cover letter and resume is required, in addition to the submission of the application.
Overview:The Talent Acquisition Specialist position, ("TAS"), reports to the Talent Acquisition Manager, located in Chicago, and aids in identifying hiring needs related to sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates. This role will collaborate closely with HR and hiring managers to attract high-quality talent in-line with the agency's goals and culture.
Key Responsibilities:- Source candidates using job boards, social media, and networking platforms.
- Screen resumes and assesses candidate qualifications.
- Build and maintain a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
- Maintain candidate pipelines and provide updates to Personnel.
- Collaborate with the TAM to refine recruiting practices.
- Focus on specific roles or departments depending on organization needs.
- Ensure a positive candidate experience and employer branding.
Minimum Qualifications:Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of college, with coursework in public or business administration
AND three years of responsible professional experience in a public or private organization, specifically with experience in high level talent acquisition, with focus on IT positions.
Preferred Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- Minimum three to five (3-5) years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
- Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting tools.
- Experience with high-volume and specialized hiring, in fields like information technology, business and law.
- Knowledge of labor laws and compliance.
- HR/TA certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, AIRS).
Application Process: - Please visit https://ilsos.applytojob.gov/apply to apply by completing the online application; you may also upload a resume, or other attachments as needed.
- Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code.
- Questions regarding this posting or Illinois Secretary of State employment practices may be directed to Job Counselors at our Personnel offices in Chicago [redacted]) or Springfield [redacted]).
