Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the recruitment process from start to finish, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for candidates and hiring teams. This role focuses on sourcing qualified talent, coordinating interviews, and managing communication throughout the hiring process. The position works closely with hiring managers and other HR personnel to ensure consistency, compliance, and alignment with organizational standards. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships are key to success in this role.

Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Execution

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Educate hiring managers on HR processes, legal considerations, and best practices to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Prepare and post job descriptions across appropriate platforms.
• Create interview questionnaires tailored to each role, including niche positions when applicable.
• Conduct phone screens and guide candidates through the interview process.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, assessments, and candidate communications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates and hiring managers during the selection process.
• Facilitate the offer process, including compensation recommendations, offer extension, background checks and reference verifications.
• Maintain accurate records in HRIS and applicant tracking systems.

 

Collaboration & Compliance

• Partner closely with HR team members throughout the hiring process to ensure alignment with organizational goals and pay structures.
• Educate hiring managers on recruiting processes, legal considerations, and compliant practices.
• Incorporate inclusive hiring practices that foster a welcoming environment for all candidates.

 

Campus & Community Engagement

• Organize and manage college collaboration efforts, including booth setup and event logistics.
• Represent Bell Bank at career fairs, campus events, and other recruiting activities, speaking confidently to students and prospective candidates about career opportunities.

 

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to support workforce planning and decision-making.
• Stay current on recruiting trends, tools, and compliance requirements, and integrate best practices into daily work.
• Provide input on new department procedures and develop process documents after processes have been finalized.
• Perform audits and conduct research as needed to ensure accuracy and support recruitment activities.

 

Bell Bank Culture, Policy and Accountability Standards:

• Know by name and face as many customers and employees as possible, calling them by name as often as possible.
• Know and practice LOCBUTN, our Golden Rules, and Bell Bank Customer Service Standards.
• Know, understand, and live the company values and bottom line.
• Conduct activities consistent with established Bell Bank policies, procedures and systems, the Bell Bank Employee Conduct policies, the Bank Secrecy Act and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• All employees are responsible for information security, including compliance with policies and standards which protect sensitive information.
• Prompt and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Other Expectations

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-4 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in the financial industry.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP or HCRI-PHR, preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 5% for career fairs, campus events, and other HR/recruiting activities.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and recruiting best practices.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and HRIS; experience with data-driven recruiting metrics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.