Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Birmingham, AL or St. Louis, MO)

Summary Spire is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to work out of the downtown Birmingham, AL or St. Louis, MO location. This position will be responsible for being a strategic partner with business groups, managing full-cycle recruiting, sourcing candidates and ensuring performance metrics are met. A Successful candidate must have the following to be considered: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a Business-related field required Minimum of 5 years of corporate or staffing industry recruiting required Minimum of 5 years Director-level and above recruiting required Experience sourcing using Boolean logic, ATS or other Job platforms required Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems required Strong written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work independently and multitask effectively Strong understanding of OFCCP and EEO guidelines preferred Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with business leaders and HR Business Partners across Spire to understand staffing forecast, hiring needs, team dynamics, and job profiles. Utilize various sourcing strategies (internet searches, employee referrals external advertisements, social media, career events, social & personal networking) to identify and select the highest qualified candidates. Manage full- cycle recruiting process while collaborating with managers on hiring decisions Develop competitive offers under the guidance of the compensation team, create offer letters and effectively extend offers to internal and external candidates Support the Lead and Manager, Talent Acquisition in developing and executing company-wide TA strategies that align with the organization strategies. Partner with the business partners and hiring managers to review and guide discussions around job descriptions as needed Responsible for assisting with preparation status update reports Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recruiting trends, labor laws, labor market and legislative initiatives to ensure adherence, validity and consistency to all legal compliance requirements in all recruiting and hiring processes Develop and implements solutions to ensure continuous improvement of talent acquisition work streams and processes. Essential Characteristics High degree of integrity, sensitivity and professionalism in dealing with associate relations issues and confidential information Must demonstrate positive, respectful behavior in dealing with people at all levels, and a role model as a representative of the company Self-motivated with the ability to organize and prioritize work with attention to detail Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization High tolerance for workload demands, pressures and deadlines Strong initiative and ability to independently lead processes and projects yielding quality results Must be flexible and eager to adapt to change Supervisory Responsibilities None Required Education (certifications, licenses) Bachelor's degree in a HR or a business-related field required Required knowledge, skill and abilities Minimum of 5 years of corporate or staffing industry recruiting required Minimum of 5 years Director-level and above recruiting required Experience sourcing using Boolean logic, ATS or other Job platforms required Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems required Strong written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work independently and multitask effectively Strong understanding of OFCCP and EEO guidelines preferred Physical demands, environment and schedule Work is performed in a shared, open-office environment Requires work during nonstandard business hours and occasional travel Hybrid work schedule (3 days inthe office/2 days remote) Company Overview We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people. And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life: Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs. Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed. Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative. By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued. Posting Requirements Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Spire and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. 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