Position Overview:

The Talent Acquisition & Engagement Specialist plays a crucial role in attracting, hiring, and integrating new team members into the company's culture. This position manages the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing to onboarding. They also ensure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires, serving as a key point of contact during their initial days and weeks.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for fostering a positive workplace, and a commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

Recruiting

· Develops and implements recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates for both exempt and non-exempt positions across all company properties and the corporate office.

· Manages the Paylocity applicant tracking system (ATS), ensuring that all hiring managers are trained on and actively using the system to track candidate progress.

· Utilizes various career sites, such as Indeed and LinkedIn, to source and locate prospective employees for a wide range of roles, including managers, leasing agents, and maintenance staff.

· Builds strong relationships with regional supervisors, manager and on-site staff, and department heads to understand their hiring needs and ensure a consistent staffing pipeline.

· Screens candidates through phone, virtual, and in-person interviews to assess their qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.

· Manages the full recruitment lifecycle, which includes reading and sorting resumes, writing and posting compelling job descriptions, and scheduling interviews with hiring managers.

· Attends job fairs and career events to build the company's employer brand and engage with potential talent.

· Creates tailored interview questions based on the specific requirements of each position and the company's core values.

· Prepares and extends offer letters, along with other necessary new-hire documents.

· Initiates and oversees background checks and drug screens for all new hires.

Culture & Employee Engagement

· Act as a passionate champion for company culture, ensuring values are reflected in all aspects of the workplace.

· Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, introducing new hires to company policies and culture to ensure they feel engaged from day one.

· Collaborate with senior leaders to identify problem areas and implement practical solutions to improve employee satisfaction and retention.

· Plan and execute culture-building activities, including team-building exercises, workshops, and wellness programs.

· Serve as a liaison between employees and management to address concerns and facilitate effective communication.

· Implement and manage employee recognition programs to reward outstanding contributions.

· Promote D&I initiatives to ensure an equitable and inclusive workplace for all team members.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

2. 3–5 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or Employee Engagement.

3. Demonstrated experience in high-volume recruitment, ideally within the property management or multifamily industry.

4. Proficiency in Canva for creating digital and print marketing/engagement assets.

5. Ability to design and deliver engaging presentations to diverse audiences.

6. Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (Paylocity experience is a plus).

7. HR or Talent Acquisition certifications (SHRM-CP, PHR, or AIRS) are highly preferred.

8. Bilingual in English & Spanish is strongly preferred.

9. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

10. Strong data analysis abilities and knowledge of employee engagement theories.