Talent Acquisition Specialist

October 15, 2026
Valmy, NV, US
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About Us

At i-80 Gold, we are committed to establishing Nevada’s next leading mid-tier gold producer, underpinned by exceptional performance and a people-centered culture where every employee can contribute meaningfully. Our development plan encompasses five gold projects, including both open pit and underground mines—supported by three processing streams: the refurbishment of an autoclave processing facility, construction of a CIL plant, and a large-scale heap leach facility. This environment presents a valuable opportunity to expand your skillset and advance your career. For more information about i-80 Gold please visit our website: www.i80gold.com.
Who are we?
Join us during this period of rapid growth within a collaborative, small team setting with a flat organizational structure, guided by our core values: care, integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence.
Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist
i-80 Gold is seeking a results driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our rapidly growing company to bridge the gap between hiring, training, and long-term performance. In this role, you will oversee initial onboarding training and track key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to employee success and retention.
Location: Lone Tree Mine, 29100 Lone Tree Mine Rd, Valmy, NV 89438 (With frequent travel to other mine sites)

Responsibilities

  • Design and facilitate the site integration process. Ensure all new hires complete mandatory safety training, operational certifications, and job-specific training milestones within their first 30/60/90 days.
  • Conduct structured check-ins with new hires and their supervisors at critical intervals (Day 30, 60, and 90) to evaluate performance, address transition challenges, and ensure alignment with role expectations.
  • Maintain and analyze critical talent metrics including Time-to-Hire, Quality of Hire, 90-Day Turnover, Training Completion Rates, and Cost-Per-Hire. Present insights regularly to site leadership.
  • Collaborate with managers to identify performance gaps in new hires, coordinate refresher training where needed, and conduct stay/exit interviews to continuously improve site retention strategies.
  • Coordinate and facilitate structured group onboarding days, acting as the primary point of contact from day one through the completion of initial training.
  • Partner with shift supervisors to pair new hires with experienced peer mentors on-site and follow up weekly to assess the effectiveness of the mentorship.
  • Collaborate with technical trainers to update onboarding manuals, digital training modules, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on feedback from new hire exit/stay interviews.
  • Coordinate the annual performance review process, including goal setting, mid-year check-ins, year-end evaluations, and employee development discussions.
  • Assist managers with developing Individual Development Plans (IDPs), identifying employee growth opportunities, and tracking progress toward professional development goals.
  • Ensure performance management practices are consistent with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field OR 3-4 years of Talent Acquisition experience.
  • Previous experience in mining or construction preferred.
  • Proven ability to track, analyze, and report on HR metrics and KPIs to drive operational decisions
  • Familiarity with managing onboarding programs, tracking training milestones, or coordinating adult learning/certifications.
  • Familiarity with search tools and local job boards, with a readiness to learn mining-specific platforms.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently follow up with frontline laborers, shift supervisors, and corporate executives alike.
  • Willingness to travel to mine sites, career fairs, or community hire events.
  • Ability to work safely in an industrial mining environment.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

How to Apply

Please refer to the Careers page on our website (www.i80gold.com/careers/) for instructions on how to apply. We thank you for your interest. **Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.