Talent Acquisition Specialist

We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team! This posiiton will support day-to-day operations and administration of talent acquisition efforts across UnityPoint Health for the Dubuque and Sioux City Affiliates. Responsibilities include screening of candidates and/or preboarding/onboarding of new hires, this will include maintaining an understanding of the staffing needs of the organization. This role will formulate partnerships both internally and externally to ensure all compliance needs are met, while delivering value-added service and navigational assistance to leaders, team members, and candidates through the talent acquisition process.

Location: Open to Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote- If onsite, prefer Sioux City, Iowa or Dubuque Iowa. Will only be considering candidates residing in our geographical footprint of IA, IL, and WI.

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Requirement: It is required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and Influenza. Exemption requests based on medical or religious reasons may be submitted, but must be approved for active employment.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ 

New Hire Preboarding/Onboarding:

• Works with candidates serving as primary guide for background checks, new hire paperwork,primary source verification, and on-boarding, ensuring customer service, compliance, and timely completion.
• Works with and coordinates pre-employment screening requirements with necessary occupational medicine, employee health, or pre-employment testing facilities across UnityPoint Health based on physical location of team member.
• Responsible for tracking and compliance of all applicable pre-employment and onboarding processes, adhering to affiliate requirements/policies.
• Works with candidates and leaders to ensure I-9 validation.
• May support the team member referral bonus program.
• Serves as new hire contact during candidates first 90 days of employment.

Applicant Screening:

• Educates candidates on application and recruitment process and provides support, as needed.
• Provides updates to candidates regarding current status of applications.
• Reviews and pre-qualifies to ensure candidates have the appropriate skills, qualifications, experiences, and competencies for the roles in which they are applying.
• Obtains additional follow-up information, as needed, from candidates to assess fit to position and culture.
• Ensures screening strategies are in compliance with Federal, State, local laws and accrediting agencies.
• Assist with preparation and coordination of interviews.

Education:

• High School Diploma
• Preferred:
  • Associate's Degree

Experience:

• 1 years in an administrative or clerical position.
• Preferred:
  • 1 years of experience in Human Resources Experience with an emphasis on recruitment, retention, or training and development.
  • Prior experience with iCIMS or BrassRing applicant tracking system Prior experience with Lawson HRIS system.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication skills– written & verbal - with people of diverse professional, educational, and lifestyle backgrounds.
• Flexibility with work assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage priorities/deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser.
• Ability to effectively plan & organize and problem solve.
• Must model professionalism.