Talent Acquisition Specialist at Magnificent Differences Consulting, LLC – Rockville, Maryland

Core Responsibilities

• Lead intake meetings with hiring managers to understand role requirements, expectations, and hiring priorities.
• Update and refine position descriptions to align with hiring needs and market expectations.
• Conduct structured phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and overall fit.
• Manage candidate pipelines across multiple openings, ensuring accurate tracking and organization within recruitment systems.
• Determine candidate movement and next steps based on evaluations and hiring manager feedback.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and ensure timely communication and follow-up with candidates and internal team members.
• Document and share clear, concise interview notes to support hiring decisions.
• Guide hiring managers through the recruitment process to maintain alignment and momentum.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data within applicant tracking systems and internal tools.
• Ensure a consistent and professional hiring experience for candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Handle candidate and client information with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Support recruitment-related projects and process improvements as needed.
  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a related role.
• Experience conducting phone screens and managing candidate pipelines required.
• Experience working directly with hiring managers in a professional environment preferred.

Core Competencies

• Execution and Follow-Through: Moves candidates through the process efficiently and ensures tasks are completed without delays.
• Organization and Pipeline Management: Maintains clear visibility across multiple searches and candidate stages.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with candidates, hiring managers, and internal team members.
• Assessment and Judgment: Evaluates candidate qualifications and determines appropriate next steps in the hiring process.
• Managing Priorities: Effectively handles multiple roles and competing demands while maintaining quality.
• Hiring Manager Partnership: Works directly with hiring managers to guide decisions and maintain progress.
• Technology Proficiency: Comfortable working within applicant tracking systems, spreadsheets, and recruitment tools to manage workflows and candidate data.
• Confidentiality and Professional Discretion: Handles sensitive candidate and client information with care and professionalism.
• Independence and Initiative: Operates with minimal oversight and keeps work moving forward.