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Talent Acquisition Specialist  

About the Organization Our Company is a high energy, Employee-Owned company focused on creating raving fans by helping our customers deliver on their brand promise with cost-effective, high-performing products.

We pour our Core Values of Expertise, Service, and Passion into providing high quality parts in a global marketplace. 'We make it easy' for all of our stakeholders to have long-term, productive partnerships with our Company: our customers, our suppliers, and especially our Employees.

To our Employees: we pledge to provide you with a positive culture, effective management and development, and the resources you need to unleash your natural talents in the pursuit of excellence and continuous growth. We want you to THRIVE with ESP!

To THRIVE means to grow vigorously, to prosper, or to progress toward a goal despite obstacles. And together we will THRIVE when we:

T: Take Ownership
H: Have Fun
R: Create Raving Fans
I: 'I've Got Your Back'
V: Create Value Every Day
E: Embrace Change

These Core Values and Behaviors describe who we are as a Company: what we value, what we celebrate, and what we seek in each other.

We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. We encourage all Employees to embrace the sense of ownership in everything they do. We believe all roles are critical and our potential for success is unlimited if we work together as a team.  
Description

Job Purpose

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) ensures the Company has the talent needed to fulfill its purpose and Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG). This role will partner with hiring managers and execute ESP's 'Topgrading' talent acquisition strategy to acquire 'A Players' through a variety of sources, including traditional recruiting practices, social media, networking, and community outreach. After candidates are selected, the TAS will support the development and delivery of their new hire and job-specific training programs to ensure employees are engaged and on-boarded in the most effective manner. The TAS will also play a critical role in on-going talent development of the Company by leading its skill-based and leadership development curriculum.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Utilize Topgrading systems and processes, and other Company resources, to ensure positions are filled in a timely manner with 'A Players'
  • Support the development and delivery of new hire and job-specific training programs
  • Monitor and assess the effectiveness of employee on-boarding; work with hiring manager to address gaps or concerns
  • Lead the creation and delivery of ongoing training curriculum, including skill-based, leadership, and other identified needs
 
Position Requirements

Tech Skills

Office 365, Human Resource Management System, Topgrading Applicant Tracking System, Learning Management System

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, or equivalent from an accredited College or University and five years of related experience.

Familiarity with pressure situations and how to handle them in a professional business manner also required.

Job Competencies

  • Knowledge of best practices in recruitment and networking
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit and select “A Players”
  • Ability to develop strong competency in talent acquisition and development systems
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to customize the message to the audience and connect with applicants and employees in all departments and locations
  • Ability to build a training course or program that is both engaging and effective
  • Strong interpersonal skills and organizational savvy; the ability to quickly build positive and productive relationships with applicants, employees, and leaders

Other Competencies

  • Organized and capable of managing multiple projects concurrently
  • Proactive and able to anticipate needs
  • Results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem-solver

Accountabilities

First Month:

  • Obtain ‘working knowledge’ of the Company’s Topgrading system and practices
  • Build good working relationships with key members of Company leadership
  • Develop solid knowledge of the Company’s Topgrading systems and practices
  • Be able to effectively develop training materials and generate reports within the Company’s Learning Management System (LMS)

First Quarter:

  • Build good working relationships with key members of Company leadership
  • Develop solid knowledge of the Company’s Topgrading systems and practices
  • Be able to effectively develop training materials and generate reports within the Company’s Learning Management System (LMS)

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with abilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, and view a computer monitor or video display. The employee frequently is required to use hands and/or fingers to type, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Employee may be required to travel long distances with overnight stays.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift -not applicable-  
Location Cedar Rapids- North  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently accepting applications.

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