Talent Sourcing Specialist

About the Role

If you are passionate about finding and placing top talent and know how to reach and engage candidates on a human level, we have the perfect job for you! You will proactively identify our hiring needs and help us fill our vacancies with qualified employees. The Talent Sourcing Specialist is accountable for developing and maintaining a robust pipeline of qualified candidates, supporting workforce stability, reducing vacancy rates, and enabling Heritage Christian Services to meet current and future staffing needs. This role serves as a brand ambassador, connecting mission-driven individuals with meaningful careers that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Pipeline Development:
  • Establish and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume, difficult-to-fill, and priority positions.
  • Design and implement sourcing strategies aligned with workforce needs and vacancy trends.
  • Build relationships with workforce agencies, schools, and community organizations.
  • Engage diverse candidate populations through inclusive outreach strategies.
  • Conduct proactive outreach via social media, networking, and direct engagement.
• Employer Branding & Community Engagement:
  • Serve as a brand ambassador at job fairs, community events, and workforce partner activities.
  • Coordinate and lead recruiting events to generate qualified candidate leads.
  • Partner with Marketing to support recruitment campaigns and employment branding materials.
  • Promote employment opportunities through social platforms, community networks, and targeted outreach.
• Candidate Engagement & Recruitment Support:
  • Conduct initial outreach and pre-screening to assess candidate interest and qualifications.
  • Maintain timely communication and nurture relationships with prospective applicants.
  • Support a positive candidate experience through clear and responsive communication.
  • Partner with Recruiters to understand hiring priorities and share candidate leads.
• Data, Systems & Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate candidate records in iCIMS, HireVue, and other systems.
  • Track pipeline activity, candidate engagement, and sourcing metrics.
  • Monitor and report on sourcing effectiveness and recruitment campaign performance.
  • Utilize data to improve applicant flow and hiring outcomes.
  • Provide regular updates to leadership on sourcing activity and pipeline status.
• Event & Campaign Coordination:
  • Plan and execute recruitment events and campaigns for high-need roles.
  • Coordinate event logistics, follow-up, and candidate lead tracking.
• Professional Development & Other Responsibilities:
  • Stay updated on sourcing trends, labor market conditions, and recruitment technology.
  • Perform other duties to support Talent Acquisition and organizational workforce needs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recruiting, sourcing, or talent acquisition experience required.
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing candidate pipelines and supporting recruitment initiatives.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (iCIMS, HireVue, ADP preferred).
• Ability to manage candidate workflows, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Experience using sourcing platforms (job boards, social media, professional networks).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid New York State driver’s license; ability to travel to events and partner locations.

Pay

$27.65 / hr - $29.57 / hr. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.

Our Commitment to Equity and Justice

We believe that people are entitled to dignity, respect, equity, and justice. We champion a society that removes barriers. We reject racism and discrimination of any kind. We protest systemic and political inequities that marginalize people, recognizing the history of structural racism in the United States. We will continue to learn and change to achieve justice. We know that strength comes from unity.