Talent Specialist

Who you are:

• You are a determined, deadline-driven professional who isn’t afraid to put yourself out there to achieve results.
• You create and maintain impactful relationships both in and out of your company.
• You have a discerning eye for important details and how they affect the bigger picture of the department or business.
• You are excited by problem-solving – you enjoy creating proactive strategies and creative solutions for talent acquisition, development, and retention.
• You are an effective, timely communicator who can easily adapt to different stakeholders’ communication styles.
• You value accuracy, presentation, and accessibility of information.
• You thrive in a small team and are energized by collaborating on various HR initiatives.

Who we are:

Energetic, motivated, highly skilled hotel renovation experts that deliver major transformations of branded hotels (Hilton, Marriott, IHG) across the United States. We are a team of like-minded people that work together to carry the title of one of the fastest-growing companies in America (Inc. 5000).

What we offer:

• Industry-leading Healthcare; Dental; Vision; Life; Short-term Disability; Parental/Adoption/Surrogacy Leave
• 401(k)- fully matched and fully vested
• Competitive salary with an expectation of a fast-track for career progression.
• Collaborative team ready to embrace creative solutions
• Generous time-off and Team-building events (Matching charitable donations; Opportunities for volunteerism)
• A central, accessible office in Chicago – one block from Metra!

Role Description:

The Talent Specialist will research, develop, and implement effective talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain a diverse pool of qualified talent for the Hotel Rehabs team. This is a hybrid position based in Chicago, IL.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Recruitment Process Management: Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selecting, and onboarding qualified candidates.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Proactively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline for roles, utilizing talent sourcing techniques, networking, and relationship-building with universities, industry organizations, and professional networks.
• Candidate Engagement: Employ innovative strategies to engage with potential candidates through various channels, such as social media, job boards, networking events, and employee referrals.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand talent needs, align recruitment strategies, and provide insights on market trends and competitive positioning. Lead and support activities aimed at developing internal team members’ expertise in recruitment practices.
• HR Software: Manages and maintains all recruitment software and systems including, but not limited to, Applicant Tracking System (ATS), LinkedIn, and Indeed. 
• Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive and seamless candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, demonstrating our commitment to exceptional candidate care.
• Employer Brand Ambassador: Craft compelling brand messages and value propositions that resonate with potential candidates, highlighting our company's culture, values, benefits, and career growth opportunities.
• General Human Resources: Partners with other HR Functions to assist with the completion of projects, as needed.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices in hiring and recruitment
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems. JazzHR and Gusto familiarity is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of various recruiting techniques and experience in online/social media recruiting.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience managing an Applicant Tracking System or Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

Preferences:

• AEC experience
• 5 years of managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process
• Experience in JazzHR and Gusto

Hotel Rehabs, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.