Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a strong communicator and builds relationships and the Mark Thomas talent brand in California and our emerging markets. This position works cooperatively with our HR and recruiting team and hiring managers to effectively discover and secure qualified new and experienced talent for all our divisions. This position will be responsible for a moderate volume of requisitions to source for current and future project demands. Mark Thomas is a great place to grow your career - join us!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the full recruitment life cycle
• Manages communication with all applicants and candidates in the selection process and provides a positive candidate experience; ensures the integrity of Mark Thomas recruiting practices.
• Sources and identifies passive candidates by using online tools and unique sourcing techniques.
• Creates and recommends strategies to build pipelines through sourcing, referrals, research, and events in communities across California and in our emerging markets.
• Assists the Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist with the college recruiting strategy; coordinates and staffs on-campus recruiting events.
• Effectively communicates with internal partners/stakeholders to ensure all are informed on candidate and requisition status and progress as necessary.
• Schedules interviews, conducts wrap calls, and tracks recruiting metrics.
• Focuses on inclusive recruiting practices.
• Performs routine administrative tasks within the scope of work.
• Participates in recruiting projects and initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3+ years of focused, high volume recruiting experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in heavy and creative sourcing with proficient knowledge and practical use of digital recruiting tools.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Sales, HR or Recruiting-related discipline preferred.
• Professional Services industry experience preferred; A/E/C experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the unique culture of Mark Thomas to effectively market to prospective colleagues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understands the basic principles of full lifecycle recruiting.
• Must be organized and possess the ability to manage competing responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with candidates and business partners at all professional levels.
• Ambitious, competitive, and tenacious self-starter with the ability to exercise independent judgement regularly.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities.
• Proficient in MS Office and Teams a plus; ATS experience required.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career development
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The base compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $115,000.00 annually.

For more detailed information on our flexible and inclusive culture, please visit https://www.markthomas.com/about-us/culture/.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.