Talent Acquisition Consultant

We’re seeking a Talent Acquisition Consultant for a 6-month contract role (may be extended) at a leading organization in Upstate, NY.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
• Shift: 1st shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with some flexibility

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment, retention, and workforce planning solutions to meet short-term and long-term staffing needs.
• Creatively source qualified candidates using traditional and non-traditional channels, maintaining a robust pipeline of talent.
• Conduct candidate outreach, exploratory interviews, and build relationships for current and future opportunities.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle, including job postings, resume reviews, candidate screening, scheduling interviews, and composing offer letters.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring clear communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Track and report recruiting activity using systems such as Ultipro eRecruitment.
• Partner with business units and HR leaders to assess and fill human capital needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Participate in the design and optimization of recruiting policies, programs, and initiatives.
• Provide expertise on recruitment processes and support the continuous improvement of talent acquisition strategies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, or related HR functions.
• Strong sourcing, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), preferably Ultipro eRecruitment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable collaborating with internal stakeholders and adapting to evolving business needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, and a legal plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plans.