Talent Acquisition Supervisor

About the role

The Talent Acquisition Supervisor oversees full-cycle recruitment for assigned programs across the agency, ensuring vacancies are filled efficiently with qualified candidates while providing day-to-day supervision and guidance to the Talent Acquisition team. This role partners with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and support sound hiring decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the full-cycle recruitment process to ensure timely, high-quality hiring across the organization.
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment and sourcing strategies to attract diverse, qualified talent for entry-level through professional positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and provide recruitment guidance throughout the hiring process.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines through strategic sourcing, networking, employee referrals, campus partnerships, and community outreach.
• Oversee job postings, applicant tracking, candidate records, and recruitment reporting to ensure an efficient and compliant hiring process.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and hiring trends to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement process enhancements.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Talent Acquisition staff by establishing performance expectations, conducting regular 1:1 meetings, fostering accountability, and supporting professional growth.
• Manage relationships with staffing agencies, recruitment vendors, educational institutions, and other external partners to strengthen talent acquisition efforts.
• Represent Rising Ground at recruitment events, job fairs, and community partnerships, serving as a professional ambassador for the organization.
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture while modeling integrity, accountability, and organizational values.
• Participate in HR initiatives, special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recruiting experience, preferably in human services or the non-profit sector.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment and selection principles, including interviewing techniques and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Understanding of organizational structures, Human Resources policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state employment laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines accurately and efficiently.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, initiative, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments and stakeholders at all levels in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated team-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Ability to develop, lead, and manage high-performing teams while maintaining accountability and professionalism.
• Demonstrated capability to assume increased leadership responsibilities, including judgment, accountability, and initiative.

Consideration may be given to candidates who have demonstrated leadership through project leadership, cross-functional initiatives, acting assignments, or other informal leadership opportunities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes