Talent Acquisition Specialist

Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Under minimal supervision of progress and results, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will perform all aspects of candidate identification and engagement, focusing primarily on social media, including LinkedIn, Facebook, as well as TRM, applicants that apply and other channels in support of departmental goals and objectives. Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify candidates/clients through relevant social media channels to define appropriate prospects based upon the needs of the customer
• Identify candidates/clients through job board databases, online job orders and existing candidate/client inventory (TRM) to define appropriate prospects based upon the needs of the customer
• Establish initial contact with prospect and conduct preliminary qualification interviews as required
• Package candidates in accordance with corporate standards and focus on the pipelining of candidates to NRC and Field recruiters
• Serve as subject matter expert for LinkedIn Recruiter
• Utilize innovative search techniques to expedite focused candidate discovery
• Observe, receive, and obtains prospect and job opening information from all relevant sources
• Identify and recommend emerging technologies, platforms and social media channels for talent acquisition
• High School diploma/GED and 2-6 years of experience in a customer service environment or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and stay updated on latest trends, techniques and skills related to social media and recruiting
• Possess self-study capabilities to continually research social media methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced, changing environment
• Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrate ability to self-motivate, set goals and meet deadlines
• Maintain courteous and professional working relationships
• Demonstrate strong drive for results and success; Convey a sense of urgency to achieve outcomes and exceed expectations; persist despite obstacles, setbacks and competing influences
• Commitment and adherence to Firm's Core Values
• Staffing experience is a plus