Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day.

This role is an integral member of the Talent Acquisition team focused on recruiting professional talent for multiple lines of business across The Michaels Organization. This role will serve as a brand ambassador, creatively identifying candidates while championing for the company’s brand to attract a diverse, high-performance workforce. The role will engage with candidates and internal client groups throughout the recruiting and selection process, acting as a consultative talent advisor to the business and providing an exceptional candidate experience.

1. Collaborate with hiring managers to develop and recommend targeted long-term and short-term recruitment strategies through the analysis of market data and hiring trends2. Proactively source and directly engage active and passive candidates through innovative tactics and channels including internal and external networking, research and active utilization of professional associations, social networks, job boards and other online resources.3. Evaluate candidate backgrounds and conduct pre-screening interviews to match core competencies with key hiring requirements to assess fit for current and future needs.4. Manage candidate pools to ensure qualified candidates remain engaged in current or future opportunities and ensure a strong, positive candidate experience.5. Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting.6. Schedule candidate interviews with managers including travel arrangements and accommodations.7. Build relationships and communicate regularly with hiring managers and employees.

8. Other Duties as assigned

Required Experience: • Minimum of five (5) years of client-centric, full lifecycle Talent Acquisition experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Education/Training: 

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Experience recruiting for both non-exempt and exempt roles at all different levels.• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (iCIMS preferred).• In-depth knowledge of a variety of sourcing strategies and tools, including Internet sourcing and social media.• Demonstrated ability in cold calling target companies.• Excellent follow-up skills.• Ability to cultivate relationships that generate a positive perception of TMO and to develop long-term sustainable networks, including relationships with targeted placement offices, diversity organizations, college recruitment teams,       etc.• Ability to work across all business units and be willing to travel as necessary.• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate at all levels both inside and outside of TMO.• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.• Proficiency with Google suite and various recruiting technologies, including online communications, search engines and career websites.• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.• Experience attending job fairs and working with local organizations is a plus.

Salary Range Information:

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Rewards & Benefits:

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us.  As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more.  We believe in education – and in taking care of our own – so as an added incentive your children will be able to apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program. 

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
• Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.  To learn more about the total rewards we offer please visit our website. 

Come join our team. You’re going to love it here!