Wilmington, Delaware
Job description
Senior Specialist – Talent Acquisition
Location: Wilmington, DE
Schedule: Hybrid – 1-2 days per week onsite, flexible
Compensation: $50-$60/HR
Position Summary:
We are in search of an ambitious and innovative Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee the complete recruitment cycle for a varied array of roles, including professional, manufacturing, operations, and positions within our university rotational program. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned recruiter who excels in dynamic settings, enjoys collaborating with hiring managers, and is dedicated to providing an outstanding candidate experience from initial sourcing to final onboarding.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead the comprehensive recruitment process, from initial discussions to offer acceptance.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify recruitment needs, articulate candidate profiles, and develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Recruit for exempt professional roles, non-exempt manufacturing and operations positions, and university rotational program candidates.
- Craft and publish engaging job postings to draw in suitable candidates.
- Establish diverse talent pipelines utilizing social media, networking, referrals, AI recruitment tools, and various sourcing methods.
- Review resumes, conduct phone interviews, and formulate targeted pre-screening questions.
- Maintain continuous communication with hiring managers and HR collaborators throughout the recruitment phase.
- Offer strategic advice by questioning assumptions, suggesting hiring methodologies, and providing insights on the talent market.
- Enhance the candidate experience through proactive communication and timely follow-ups.
- Keep accurate candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Ensure adherence to employment regulations and organizational policies throughout the recruiting process.
- Contribute to employer branding efforts to enhance the organization’s presence in the talent market.
- Quickly adapt to changing business priorities while managing multiple job requisitions effectively.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish with the capability to read, write, and communicate proficiently in both languages.
- 5+ years of experience in recruiting exempt/professional-level positions.
- Proven experience managing the complete recruitment process.
- Strong proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Familiarity with social sourcing tactics and AI-based recruitment tools.
- Exceptional consulting, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
- Outstanding organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
- Capacity to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in recruitment activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related discipline.
- Experience using Workday Recruit (ATS) and Phenom CRM.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
STEMHUNTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
