Talent Acquisition Specialist- Management

Talent Acquisition Specialist- Site Management

Columbus, OH

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment for site management positions across the organization. This role works closely with hiring managers, Regional Vice Presidents, and the People Operations team to identify hiring needs, attract qualified candidates, and ensure a streamlined hiring process. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and skilled at building relationships, with a strong understanding of recruiting best practices and applicant tracking systems.

Reports To:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist reports to the Director of People Operations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate with hiring managers and Regional Vice Presidents to identify staffing needs through regular meetings and communications.

Collect job requirements, screening criteria, and salary expectations to guide recruitment strategies.

Create, manage, and publish requisitions in Paycom, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal standards.

Post open roles to external job boards such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Handshake, and actively source passive candidates.

Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews, assessing qualifications, compensation expectations, availability, and interest.

Present qualified candidates to hiring managers and coordinate interview scheduling based on team preferences.

Manage candidate progress in Paycom, including dispositioning unqualified applicants and tracking interview outcomes.

Guide hiring managers through the offer request process, ensuring timely completion of Offer Template Forms (OTFs).

Submit offer requests for department head and ownership approval; extend verbal and written offers to selected candidates.

Facilitate communication between candidates and the Onboarding Coordinator to ensure a smooth transition into the company.

Collaborate with onboarding and operations teams on background checks, rehire eligibility, and I-9 completion.

Maintain up-to-date records on requisitions, candidate status, and hiring metrics to support reporting and process improvement.

Stay informed of market trends and recommend adjustments to enhance the competitiveness of job offers and benefits.

BENEFITS

We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision

Short Term Disability and Life Insurance

401k with Company Match

100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Cell Phone Discount

12 Days Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!

Fitness Reimbursement

Professional Development Reimbursement

WHO WE ARE

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 14,000 housing units in 17 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.

Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (Paycom preferred) and external sourcing platforms.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple roles and deadlines across departments.

High attention to detail, organization, and documentation.

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

2+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruiting, preferably supporting both corporate and construction environments.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer.

Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation if required for recruiting events or interviews.