Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist - Houston, Texas

Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's In It for You?

• PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers.
• - Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA
• STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals.
• STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here
• The work we do isn't easy. If you like to work hard, to serve others and to have FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday 8am-5pm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Responsible for development of plan for targeted sourcing and recruiting to ensure selection goals are achieved.
2. Responsible for overseeing and training talent acquisition staff as well as interviewing and facilitating selection of qualified applicants for positions in the Foundation.
3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs. Coordinate the applicant selection process with hiring managers at multiple locations.
4. Source a diverse pool of candidates according to relevant job criteria using internet postings, approved recruiting sources, networking, career fairs, university relations, social media, resume databases and employee referrals, etc.
5. Ensure jobs are posted internally and externally, and follow up with hiring managers weekly or more frequently as needed for critical positions.
6. Review and audit job postings to ensure accuracy and that information is enticing to potential candidates based on position details.
7. Maintain professional, effective and timely communication with all candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience.
8. Manage the applicant tracking system, including publishing and unpublishing positions, ensuring accurate selection criteria and follow up communication with candidates. Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of applicant and recruiting source data.
9. Work with Decision Support, HR Manager and HR executive to monitor HRIS data related to recruiting and retention and make appropriate recommendations for potential changes to our recruiting processes and procedures.
10. Track recruiting results including hiring source, (i.e. employee referral, internet postings, event, etc.). Receive, research, and process any submitted employee referrals submitted.
11. Support communication and relationship maintenance with a network of outreach contacts at various colleges and other recruiting sources.
12. Recommend updates to job descriptions to HR Manager and/or HR Executive as necessary and/or requested by hiring manager.
13. Prescreen selected candidates to evaluate basic skill level, culture fit, mission of service, compensation fit and other qualifications.
14. Inform potential applicants about facilities, operations, benefits, and job or career opportunities in organizations.
15. Schedule interviews and testing appointments, request offer letters, coordinate new hire orientation, and extend verbal offers as requested.
16. Manage candidate process with top candidates being referred to the hiring manager.
17. Conduct employment references, ensure credentials and education are verified as well as background checks are completed.
18. Compile and update reports for job openings, time to hire, applicant flow, and other reports as needed for review by HR Manager and/or HR Executive.
19. Support annual budgeting process with HR Manager and/or HR Executive.
20. Uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members. Be able to effectively communicate the core principles of Cenikor's culture to candidates during interview process.
21. Ensure completion of Big 5 performance management tool for direct reports by the required deadlines and use of SMART goals to support annual performance and compensation review.
22. Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the exempt functions as defined in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of EEO regulations, employment law, human resources policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the recruiting life cycle.
• Ability to source creatively to find diverse pools of candidates.
• Demonstrated skill in interviewing techniques, including behavioral interviewing.
• Capability of effectively communicating with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to work with tenacity and resilience in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication, multi-tasking, and organization skills required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and specifically MS Outlook Calendar required.
• Knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams required.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems preferred.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:

o Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
o Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
o Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
o Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
o Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Education

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent required
• College degree preferred

Expereince

• Minimum three (3) years recruiting experience required
• Minimum one (1) years of supervisory experience required

IMPORTANT NOTES

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