Talent Acquisition Specialist in Livingston, New Jersey at Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc

Role and Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment processes for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, reference checks, pre-employment requirements, onboarding, and orientation.

· Partner with hiring managers to assess current and future staffing needs, anticipate talent gaps, and develop proactive recruitment strategies. Serve as a resource to managers on best practices related to onboarding, engagement, recognition, and retention.

· Conduct strategic candidate sourcing using applicant tracking systems, databases, social media platforms, referrals, job fairs, and community outreach.

· Evaluate applicant qualifications and conduct behavioral and competency-based interviews to make informed hiring recommendations.

· Ensure compliance with all pre-employment requirements, including background checks, employment eligibility verification, credential verification, and program licensing requirements.

· Maintain accurate and timely employment records within the HCM.

· Support the development and implementation of employee retention strategies, including onboarding effectiveness, career pathways, engagement initiatives, and stay interview processes.

· Assist with reporting, analytics, and dashboards related to recruitment, retention, and workforce metrics.

· Partner with HR leadership to analyze turnover data, engagement feedback, and workforce trends to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.

· Collaborate with HR team members and managers to support employee development, internal mobility, and succession planning efforts.

· Promote and reinforce organizational culture, values, and mission throughout the employee lifecycle.

· Support new hire onboarding and training processes in coordination with HR, IT, and hiring managers to ensure a smooth and consistent employee experience.

· Ensure recruitment and retention practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

· Stay current on employment trends, talent strategies, and best practices to continuously improve HR programs and services.

· Represent the organization at recruitment events, career fairs, networking events, and community partnerships as needed.

· Perform additional duties as assigned to support the Human Resources function and organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

· Minimum of two years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, employee engagement, or retention-focused HR roles.

· Professional HR certification preferred.

· Strong knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, retention strategies, employment law, and HR best practices.

· Proficiency with HCM, Office 365, and related HR systems.

· Demonstrated ability to analyze workforce data and communicate trends and recommendations effectively.

· Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

· Ability to travel as needed for recruitment events, training, and meetings.