Talent Acquisition Specialist

Scott Credit Union is looking to hire a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist in the Edwardsville, IL area to join our Human Resources team. The Talent Acquisition Specialist works Monday – Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm at the Scott Credit Union Home Office.

Purpose, Mission, Vision, Values

At Scott Credit Union, we are committed to upholding our purpose, mission, vision, and values. Our Purpose guides everything we do as an organization and is supported by our actionable Mission, Vision, and Values. If our chosen purpose, mission, vision, and values resonates with you and you want to find meaning in your work, we hope you will apply to become a part of our team!

Purpose:
To be with our members through every phase of their financial journeys, providing financial solutions that support them, their families, and their communities.
  
Mission:
Members. Value. Community.
  
Vision:
Building Better Financial Futures.
  
Values:
Accountability - I take pride and ownership in all I do.
Diversity - I support the diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that is fostered by Scott Credit Union.
Growth - I will pursue professional development with the encouragement of Scott Credit Union.
Integrity - I will maintain the highest ethical standards.
Service Excellence - I am devoted to continuously "WOW"ing members and each other through the 3e Promise.

Why You Should Join Our Team 

Scott Credit Union is a recipient of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplaces Award 2024, the eleventh time since 2012. This year, SCU was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces for our dedication to our people-first culture. The Top Workplaces award highlights SCU’s commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment, where employees thrive and contribute to the organization’s overall success. Our team is our #1 priority, and we are proud to offer great benefits and perks, such as 11 paid holidays, competitive paid time off (PTO), Short-Term Disability (STD) that includes maternity leave, 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options, educational reimbursement program, employee assistance programs, opportunities for career advancement, casual “dress for your day” dress code, a positive team-oriented culture, and much more! A comprehensive benefit guide with a full list of our benefits can be found on our career page, scu.org/careers/.

The Day to Day as a Talent Acquisition Specialist

Under general supervision following established policies and procedures, the Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying, recruiting, screening, and placing potential employees in positions companywide. Concentration placed on developing and implementing strategies to identify and screen qualified candidates to present to hiring managers, while reinforcing the credit union’s culture.

A typical day will look like:

• Source candidates through various channels, including online job boards, social media platforms, and referrals.
• Coordinate the internal job posting and referral processes, ensuring existing employees are given opportunities to apply and assuring program integrity.
• Leads intake meetings with the hiring managers to understand culture, skills, and team fit desired for each opening.
• Conduct initial screening and assessment of candidates to evaluate their qualifications and fit for the role when appropriate.
• Schedules interviews, oversees the preparation of interview questions, and other hiring and selection materials.
• Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Prepare offer letters and provide information to candidates during the interview and selection process, including a review of benefits, job responsibilities, pay, hours, work conditions, policies, and other related information.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate information and recruitment activity. 
• Ensure recruiting and hiring practices comply with government regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Implement streamlined workflows within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance efficiency and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Are You a Good Fit?

Ask yourself the below questions to help determine if this job is the right fit for you.

• Do you enjoy engaging with people and providing exceptional customer service?
• Are you detail-oriented and like working with numbers?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?
• Are you a positive person who enjoys working as part of a team?
• Do you enjoy working in a diverse environment with diverse team members?
• Do you take pride and ownership in all that you do?
• Are you looking for a job where you can develop professionally?

If you answered yes to these questions, we hope you apply!

To Be Considered, You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Minimum three years’ experience sourcing and recruiting talent or three years' experience in an HR Department
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and social media platforms.
• Ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications That Could Set You Ahead:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP).
• SHRM’s Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential.
• Knowledge of cloud-based applicant tracking systems.

Are You Ready to Join Our Team?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we hope you apply today! If selected as a candidate, next steps may include a phone interview to go over the basics and an in-person interview to learn more about your experiences and qualification