Talent Acquisition Specialist - MAA
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Hourly Rate (or range): $55K to $70K - Competitive salary and benefits
Memphis TN
The Talent Acquisition Specialist reports to the Director of Talent Acquisition and provides support to recruitment and employment activities for the company including interviewing, recruiting and referring candidates for posted job openings. The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values. Those values include:
• Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual
• Communicating openly and with integrity
• Embracing opportunities
• Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Recruits all types of positions for MAA from various sources; makes contacts with recruiters, professional groups, operational leaders and others who can assist in finding qualified individuals for open positions posted job openings.
• Sources and interviews candidates for MAA’s posted job openings including clerical, technical, professional and management roles.
• Uses the applicant tracking system of record to mine resumes and source internal and external candidates.
• Assists team in determining best interview techniques, designs structured interviews and assesses candidates utilizing interviewing skills.
• Partners with Talent Acquisition team to assist managers and supervisors in recruitment strategies.
• Ensures selected candidates successfully complete and pass required pre-employment background checks and screening.
• Prepares salary offer recommendations for selected candidates and/or current incumbents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or a related field and two years of professional human resources experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with full cycle recruiting required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge and clear understanding of applicable employment and other human resource-related laws
• Knowledge of recruiting and interviewing techniques
• Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing
• Skill in effective time management while handling multiple tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and common application software
MAA recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and outstanding advancement opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package* including, but not limited to, the following:
· Apartment Discount
· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
· Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
· Life and Disability Insurance
· Smart Home Program
· 401(k) Retirement Plan
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Opportunities for promotion and internal career advancement
*Eligibility for benefit plans and programs vary based on hours worked and length of employment.
We are committed to providing service excellence and value to those who depend on us at MAA. Our people-first approach has been transforming properties into communities and apartments into homes for over 25 years. As the largest owner-operator of multifamily apartments in the United States – we are established leaders in the real estate space – bringing tremendous opportunities to those looking to build their careers. We invite you to explore our Brighter View and find your place at MAA!
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