Lutheran Services Florida Hiring for Talent Sourcing Specialist at Tampa, Florida Full Time

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Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a Talent Sourcing Specialist who would like to make an impact in the lives of others. 

Salary for this role is $50,000 -$55,000 annually, based on education and experience.  

Purpose & Impact:

The Talent Sourcing Specialist is responsible for building a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs of the organization.  The Talent Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for managing the first stage of the recruiting process by cultivating, sourcing and screening candidates for open positions, with a focus on sourcing passive candidates.  The Talent Sourcing Specialist will assist in developing a comprehensive, inclusive, and data driven sourcing strategy focused on first stage, passive candidate recruitment, utilizing a talent intelligence approach to identify trends and leverage knowledge, data, and the organizations values proposition to develop customized/robust sourcing strategies that are creative and innovative.  This role will additionally serve as a liaison for hired candidates during the period of pre-employment from offer to start date keeping hired candidates engaged to ensure a successful start at the organization. 

Essential Functions:

• Create creative and engaging messaging to attract candidates.
• Build passive candidate searches to attract passive candidates, using keyword and Boolean search methods, research and internal/external networks.
• Measure response rates to targeted searches.
• Source candidates via resume databases and networking sites.
• Interact with candidates on social media and professional networks.
• Introduce candidates to the organization and initiate their LSF hiring journey.
• Screen qualified candidates for job requirements and company culture.
• Evaluate candidates for multiple positions and guide them through the best role fit and organization hiring requirements.
• Leverage cutting edge recruiting technologies and tools to connect with a broad and diverse talent network. Recommend best practices and new tools.
• Identifies and evaluates new sourcing tools as they become available in the marketplace and works with the Director of Talent Management to determine viable tools for future consideration.
• Explore new, creative ways of sourcing talent to optimize success.
• Partner with hiring managers on candidate needs.
• Measure conversion rates, including numbers of passive candidates who turn into applicants, get invited to interviews, get offers and get hired.
• Communicate with past applicants regarding new job opportunities.
• Keeps high quality declined candidates warm with regular out-reach calls/emails.
• Collaborate with Recruiters, the Talent Management Team and the HR Team.
• Work on projects to improve the Talent Acquisition strategy.
• Act as an LSF representative in all opportunities to positively promote career opportunities within the company.
• Serve as a liaison to candidates with a current job offer to keep them engaged during the pre-employment process including engaging candidates with regular check in’s, answering questions, and creating excitement for their first day at the organization.
• May directly support program with recruitment administrative tasks.
• May support recruitment efforts at colleges/universities by partnering with career services, faculty/staff, and student groups.

Other Functions:

Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources or equivalent (Required).

Experience:

• One – three years of experience in Talent Sourcing in an agency or corporate setting. Recruiting/Talent Sourcing in non-profit, human services, health care or education preferred.

• Familiarity sourcing using candidate sourcing databases and tools (LinkedIn, Handshake, Indeed, etc.)
• Experience evaluating candidates (behavioral, skill or competency-based)
• Proven ability to take initiative and build strong relationships with a wide variety of colleagues and leaders.
• Ability to maneuver through ambiguity with flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.

Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• HRIS/ATS experience; UltiPro/Ultimate Kronos Group preferred.
• Basic math skills needed to calculate data. Ability to collect, organize and evaluate data, develop and present logical conclusions.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to use a computer and related software (Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Ability to produce and interpret graphs, charts, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Effectively communicator with co-workers and the public and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Exceptional organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet designated deadlines.
• A great attitude with the ability to have constructive conversations with business leaders and medical professionals
• Ability to multitask and learn new material quickly
• Detail-oriented and highly organized

Other:

• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
• Successful completion of a Level II background screening, local criminal record check and drug screening prior to hiring.
• Must be able to travel throughout the state approximately 50% of the time.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.  

Amazing benefits package including:

Medical, Dental and Vision
Teledoc (24/7 online access to Doctors)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.