Talent Acquisition Specialist

As our Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our organization’s future by recruiting top-tier talent across a variety of roles. From salaried hotel management positions to corporate and hourly frontline openings. You’ll be responsible for implementing best-in-class hiring strategies, collaborating closely with department leaders, and creating innovative recruitment campaigns that highlight our company culture. Success in this role requires building meaningful relationships, driving a seamless candidate experience, and ensuring our hotels and corporate teams are staffed with exceptional professionals who deliver outstanding hospitality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies, identifying workforce needs and implementing creative sourcing methods to attract high-quality candidates for salaried hotel management, corporate, and hourly frontline roles.
• Partner with hiring managers, department heads, and property leaders to refine job descriptions, define position requirements, and ensure an efficient hiring process.
• Source active and passive talent through various channels (job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals) and conduct thorough screenings to match candidates with the right opportunities.
• Schedule and facilitate interviews, guide hiring managers on best practices, and coordinate subsequent rounds to maintain a seamless candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the applicant tracking system, ensuring timely and compliant candidate management.
• Provide exceptional candidate experiences by communicating transparently, offering timely feedback, and representing the company’s culture and values.
• Develop recruitment materials, job fairs, and events that promote our employer brand and highlight career growth opportunities.
• Monitor and comply with relevant employment laws, generate regular hiring metrics for leadership, and continually optimize processes based on data analysis.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future needs, forging lasting relationships with high-potential candidates.
• Perform any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned by management to support overall business objectives.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years’ full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in hospitality or a service-oriented industry.
• Demonstrated proficiency using applicant tracking systems and other HR technology tools.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and best practices in recruitment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work with tight deadlines, and adapt to shifting demands.
• Proven track record of attracting and hiring diverse, high-performing talent to meet organizational needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior recruiting experience in a multi-property hotel or hospitality environment.
• Proficiency with high-volume recruiting or multi-state hiring practices.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other relevant HR certifications.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency to better serve a diverse candidate pool.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer workstation.
• Ability to utilize phone, computer, and other office equipment effectively.
• Occasional local or regional travel for recruitment events or on-site interviews.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 15 pounds, such as materials for job fairs or equipment for presentations.
• Ability to work 40-50 hours per week based on business needs.