Job Title:             Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department:        Human Resources

Status:                Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location:             Nashville, Tennessee International Headquarters  
                                       

Purpose and Scope
The Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist oversees the talent acquisition function as it relates to recruiting and staffing to establish and preserve our ministry as an “Employer of Choice.”   Supports all levels inside and outside the organization with confidentiality.  Identifies staffing and recruiting needs, finding creative solutions to fulfill those needs, while continuously improving the organization’s talent base and pipeline.

 Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the overall efficiency and success of each Department within The Gideons International.  The key results will have a significant impact on the effectiveness for delivering service and support specifically as they relate to recruiting and hiring individuals that are called to serve in full-time Christian ministry.  Results will ensure a coherent team, as measured by the annual Employee Engagement Survey conducted by Best Christian Workplaces.

 Essential Job Functions
Oversees the employment process, including but not limited to, developing recruitment strategy, active recruitment, and on-boarding new hires.
Source and recruit viable candidates for open positions using industry best practices and strategies.
Support talent management by ensuring high potential employees are developed for next level opportunities and talent pipeline is maintained.
Posts open positions on available job boards and actively researches additional avenues to attract ministry-minded candidates.
Performs resume screening and initial phones screens to determine “fit.”
Ensures that the new hire onboarding and orientation processes are consistently completed.
Maintains detailed records of candidates and each interaction.
Recommends innovative approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Assists Human Resources Generalist and HR Director with other functions, as necessary.
Ability to complete special projects or other duties as assigned.
Participates in daily morning staff devotions; on a rotating basis serves by praying and reading Scripture in support of devotion leader.
 

Working Relationships

Reports To:                              Director, Human Resources

Responsible For:                     NA

Works Closely With:                Human Resources Team, Leadership Team, and Hiring Managers          
                 
Essential Knowledge, Skills, Training & Development

Non-physical
Ability to work on both strategic and tactical levels to own the talent process end-to-end
Can articulate measurable goals and progress in talent acquisition
Able to diagnose and identify appropriate talent management solutions
Must possess excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills; problem solving techniques; analytical skills
Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group
Ability to use PC and widely used software packages, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn new software, as necessary

Physical
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision.

Mission Critical Competencies

SHARED VALUES
Integrity
Excellence
Open Communication
Stewardship

CORE COMPETENCIES
Foster Approachability
Positive and Constructive Attitude
Business Acumen
Self-Management and Emotional Intelligence
Time Management
Persuasive Communicator (Influencer)
Diversity – Intercultural Intelligence
Problem Solving
Dealing with Ambiguity
Perspective
Ability to challenge the status quo
Active Knowledge Sharing & Continuous Learning
 

Work Environment and Time Requirements
Climate-controlled office environment
8-hour workday
Variations in work volume sometimes require extended working hours

 Preferred Educational and/or Work Experience
BA/BS Degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration or Behavioral Sciences
Experience in a support or administrative role
Knowledge of recruiting and interviewing techniques, state and federal regulations, company policies and fair employment practices is highly advantageous
Exceptional organizational, listening, communication and interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with deadline pressures and manage conflicting priorities
Successful completion of a drug and background screen

This Job Description is for general purposes and guidelines only and should not be considered all-inclusive.  Neither does the receipt of this job description constitute an employment contract.  Furthermore, it should be known that this list of job requirements is subject to change without written notice.

[August 2024 – Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist]