Why Bank OZK?:

Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We’re nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional service with innovative technologies to deliver smart solutions to our clients across the country. We’re investing in small businesses, fueling economies in local communities and changing skylines in the largest cities across America. Here, we're not simply filling roles. We're fostering even greater careers.

The foundation for a great career starts with an exceptional team and a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in providing our dedicated team members with the best resources to support their physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including generous PTO, 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance as well as special perks and discounts. Learn more about Bank OZK benefits.

Job Purpose & Scope

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter II partners with management and business line owners to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract and hire qualified talent. Creates and drives effective sourcing strategies and proactive candidate outreach, attracting and engaging qualified talent for the Bank. Provides a positive candidate experience, understands recruitment methodologies, and balances talent acquisition metrics with business drivers.

Essential Job Functions

Serve as a strategic and trusted partner and advisor to business line leaders and hiring managers, staying informed on current and future staffing needs.
Design and execute full cycle recruitment campaigns to fulfill business objectives and staffing needs.
Conduct strategy meetings with the hiring manager to ensure understanding of business/staffing/job requisition needs and alignment of recruiting goals and methodologies.
Educate hiring managers regarding recruitment responsibilities, legal requirements, and candidate management.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including diversity outreach, to proactively source and identify active and passive candidates; build and maintain a vast network of effective professional relationships and a diverse talent pipeline.
Conduct phone/in-person screens to qualify candidates against position requirements, present most qualified candidates to hiring manager, schedule interviews with hiring manager, and advise in the selection of qualified candidates.
Guide managers and candidates through the recruiting process including interviewing, candidate selection, salary approvals and negotiations, offer extension, and onboarding.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with management, Compensation, and HR Business Partners to ensure recruitment expenditures and job offers comply with budget.
Document recruitment activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS) in a timely and accurate manner to ensure compliance with legal/regulatory standards and Bank policy (i.e., candidate disposition, requisition closure).
Utilize ATS and various tools to track recruiting metrics and identify market trends to help drive recruitment strategies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Serve as brand ambassador at various events including career fairs, on-campus recruiting events, etc.
Demonstrate enthusiasm, professionalism, effective organization, and sense of urgency in performance of responsibilities.
Regularly exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of essential job functions.
Maintain good punctuality and attendance to work.
Follow Bank policy, procedures, and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of effective recruitment strategies, methods, tools, sources, and best practices
Knowledge of ATS software and/or other recruitment systems
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations as they pertain to recruitment and hiring
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to establish and maintain a vast network of effective professional relationships
Ability to persuade and influence applicants and hiring managers
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks and demonstrate a sense of urgency to fulfill business objectives
Ability to demonstrate business acumen
Ability to design and execute full cycle recruitment campaigns
Ability to produce accurate, thorough, and timely work.
Ability to demonstrate effective analytical and problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to follow policies and to communicate them accurately to others
Ability to travel when needed
Skill in using computer, Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), web-based tools, and business systems, including ATS software and/or other recruitment systems

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience required
2+ years of corporate, contract, or RPO recruiting experience (preferably in a high-volume setting) or related experience, required
Relevant employment and recruiting certifications (e.g., ACIR, CSSR, CSMR, PRC) preferred

Job Expectations

Operate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

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EEO Statement

Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.

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