Recruiter/ TA Specialist

Job DescriptionTitle: Recruiter/TA SpecialistDuration: 8 monthsLocation: Portland, OR- Hybrid (2-3days)DescriptionTalent Acquisition:Sources, identifies, and secures applicants for internal and external positions. Develops and implements staffing processes and provides consultation and advice. Selection and Staffing:Administers screening and selection tools. Recommends interview questions to hiring managers. Provides hiring managers with tools to assist in the selection process. Ensures staffing processes comply with laws and regulations. Escalates candidate concerns. Consultation Provides information to managers on staffing and guides managers to appropriate staffing solutions (temporary, contingent, regular, etc.). Provides information to managers on recruitment process and general staffing. Branding: Supports initiatives that enhance the organization's brand in the employment market. Talent Sourcing:Sources and pre-screen proactive candidates for recruiters. Collaborates with hiring managers and/or vendors, if appropriate, to identify appropriate recruitment channels.Process Improvement: Recommends process improvements and participates in department projects and initiatives. Functional Competencies:Intermediate knowledge of employment laws related to area of disciplineWorking knowledge of PGE's policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements and benefit plansWorking knowledge of industry best practices related to area of disciplineWorking skills in project managementWorking skills in facilitation and presentationsWorking skills in systems and programs used in functional area, including data retrievalGeneral Competencies:Intermediate customer focus skillsWorking safety leadership skillsWorking skills in analytical thinkingIntermediate skills in problem solvingIntermediate oral and written communication skillsIntermediate interpersonal skillsWorking decision-making skillsIntermediate organization and prioritization skillsWorking knowledge of business process interrelationshipsIntermediate business acumen skillsIntermediate skills in change leadershipPhysical and Cognitive DemandsCognitive Level Intermediate:Consistent use of relevant principles to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Cognitive:Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks Schedule/Attendance:Ability to occasionally work long hoursAbility to occasionally work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part- time positions, change to part-time attendance] What your day will look likeCan you give a high-level overview of your team size, roles, its initiatives/deliverables, and any tool/technologies specific to your team/department/project they will be supporting: The TA team is responsible for attracting, hiring and onboarding talent into the organization. We are 12 people with 6 recruiters, 2 coordinators, 2 TA Ops and 1 onboarding manager. We use Workday as our ATS.What would "a day in the life" of this role look like?: This role will flex depending on business need. An average day would be managing the full life cycle of 25 requisitions which includes posting, sourcing, screening, hiring manager interaction, making offers. If req load is low, the role will flex to more sourcing support for the full-time recruiters so I'm looking for someone who is comfortable with full life cycle recruiting but also can do sourcing if needed.What interaction level with this role have the team members and hiring manager? Medium-high interaction with team members and low interaction with the hiring manager. Interaction with the team will be for training, onboarding, team meetings, coordinating panel interviews, background check confirmation and sharing of information. Most interaction is with candidates and hiring managers.What would you say is the top priority for the worker over the first few weeks/months?: Get trained on our recruiting processes and systems fast. Build trust with the team and with hiring managers. Take on requisitions with confidence.What do you foresee being the biggest challenge in this role? Being able to jump into a new environment (if new to utilities) and understanding the utilities industry and our specific systems and processes. Looking for someone who is adaptable and comfortable with change. RequirementsRequired SkillsEducation Requirements (Experience in Lieu of Degree): University degree preferred (2 years experience in lieu of Degree)Must have 3+ years of full life cycle recruitingHow many years of experience are you looking for?: MINIMUM 3 YEARS OF FULL LIFE CYCLE RECRUITER EXPERIENCER (NOT COORDINATOR, OTHER ROLES)Is utilities experience required? (Y/N) NExperience: Typically two or more years in human resources.Certifications, Licenses and Training: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred; other HR certifications a plus (e.g., CEBS, CBP, CCP, AIRS).Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)Top 3 Must-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills):1. 3+ years of full life cycle recruiting2. Strong written and verbal communication skills3. Positive and growth mindsetTop 3 Nice-To-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills)1. Sourcing experience2. In-house experience