Talent Acquisition and Retention Specialist

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan, a faith-based, premier nonprofit organization providing senior living and services in Michigan, has an immediate opening, and a great opportunity to join our Human Resources team as the Talent Acquisition & Retention Specialist..  

As the Talent Acquisition and Retention Specialist you will be responsible for executing the organizations comprehensive talent strategy to ensure the placement of highly qualified employees for open positions, as well as creating a future pipeline of talent for critical roles. Leading the internal and external search capability, including building a high performing recruitment and talent function is a critical function of this role.  This is a visible and high influence position that requires extensive collaboration with peers, leaders and colleagues at all levels of the organization in order to drive results-oriented talent and retention solutions. 

We offer competitive compensation; attractive health benefits package, including employer cost share and medical benefits, and a generous and immediate Paid Time Off plan, and a Retirement Savings Plan with immediate vesting, and employer match after 1 year. 

To expedite the process please visit www.pvm.org to upload resume (include compensation expectations) and complete application.

Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.

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The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

1. Executing sourcing strategies for key talent pipelines including advertising, direct sourcing, social media, job fairs, partnerships, campus recruitment, and other methods to identify outstanding talent.
2. Oversees requisition management to ensure that open and approved positions have effective hiring plans. Monitors recruitment process and progress to identify areas of intervention and effectively provide support.
3. Ensures processes drive a positive candidate experience throughout the talent acquisition process, and effectively promotes and champions the organization’s brand.
4. Maximizes applicant tracking system capabilities to gain efficiencies and improved reporting.
5. Identify and implement appropriate recruiting processes such as setting clear expectations for deliverables with hiring managers, discussing candidate assessments, and closing approaches, coaching interview team on selective/behavioral interview techniques, etc.
6. Successfully review job descriptions to understand the needs of hiring managers as well as ask relevant questions that will help identify the right candidate(s). Make recommendations to enhance job descriptions to make them more "market friendly". Effectively market each position while creating, marketing, and selling an Employee Value Proposition as part of the organizations brand.
7. Performing analysis of hiring needs and providing employee hiring forecast.
8. Designing, planning, and executing selection processes, including conducting interviews and screening calls, administering assessments, reviewing employment applications and conducting background check reports, etc
9. Identifying deficiencies in the recruiting process, and making recommendations for streamlining improvements; and planning procedures for improving the candidate experience.
10. Measuring employee retention and making recommendations for improvements 
11. Developing and implementing retention strategies
12. Attending career and college fairs, and similar recruiting events in person and virtually and planning and organizing system-wide recruitment fairs in person and virtually
13. Working in collaboration with the Training and Engagement Manager on professional development programs, career-ladders, and opportunities to increase employee skill-sets for promotions or lateral transfer opportunities.
14. Working in collaboration with the Human Resources Managers on recruitment and retention efforts

Education

• Associates degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field, or experience commensurate with education.  

Experience

• Minimum of six years of experience in talent acquisition or similar role preferred, specifically with managing and prioritizing multiple searches. Position has no direct reports, manages the talent & retention function, by working closely with HR Managers, Hiring Managers, etc
• Hands on experience with posting jobs on social media platforms, and job boards
• A minimum of two years in senior housing, healthcare, non-profit industry, a plus.
• Experience recruiting all levels (ie entry, professional, executive level.)
• Developing and executing retention strategies, including motivating employees
• Knowledge of full-cycle recruiting including thorough pre-qualification screening, interviewing, and closing professional candidates across multiple level, and employer branding techniques

• Demonstrated excellence in communications and diplomacy with all levels of staff and leadership.
• Experience in team and relationship management, interpersonal, change management, conflict resolution, collaboration, creative problem solving, selling, negotiating and coaching skills
• Familiarity with a variety of different selection methods (interviews, assessments etc)

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in computer programs, Microsoft Office Applications specifically Excel, Power Point, Zoom
• Experience utilizing HRIS systems (ie UKG, Kronos, ADP), ATS ( ie iCims).

Certificates & Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License & Reliable transportation

Other Requirements

• Working knowledge of Human Resource Laws, policies, and regulations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift/Carry 20 lbs or less

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee will work in a normal office environment. Will spend time traveling      as needed for talent acquisition, networking, and retention responsibilities.