Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aston Carter • Kansas City, MO • 1h ago

Aston Carter is partnering with a highly reputable client in the Kansas City area on an exciting opportunity. This position is structured as a 6-month contract with strong potential to transition into a long-term role within the organization. The company offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring only two in-office days per week, and is consistently recognized as one of the top employers in Kansas City.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have experience in talent acquisition within a large corporate environment. Experience recruiting for construction and/or engineering roles is preferred, but not required.

This organization provides excellent perks, including an onsite fitness center, complimentary daily lunches, and more. If you're interested in learning additional details, we encourage you to apply!

Job Description

Collaborate with hiring managers to determine current and future staffing needs. Develop and execute sourcing strategies using social networks, job boards, and niche platforms. Communicate with entry-level to three-year candidates using various forms of communication. Manage the full-cycle recruitment process including screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation. Ensure compliance with labor legislation and internal hiring policies. Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract diverse and high-performing talent.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with hiring managers to assess staffing needs.

Work with Talent Acquisition Managers and Lead Specialists to address needs in the construction and corporate sectors.

Develop sourcing strategies utilizing social networks, job boards, and niche platforms.

Communicate effectively with candidates at entry-level to three-year experience levels.

Source and screen candidates for interviews with decision-makers.

Build and maintain relationships with passive candidates and talent communities.

Manage the entire recruitment cycle, from screening to offer negotiation.

Track and report key recruiting metrics, such as time-to-fill and source of hire.

Ensure compliance with labor legislation and internal hiring policies.

Contribute to employer branding efforts to attract a diverse and high-performing workforce.

Maintain long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates.

Essential Skills

2-3 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a maximum of 5 years.

Experience in recruiting for construction and skilled trades.

Proficiency in recruiting for corporate and entry-level roles.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and shift between roles.

Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and resume databases.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to conduct structured and behavioral interviews.

High volume experience managing 20-30 requisitions at a time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

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

Proficiency with sourcing tools, such as LinkedIn Recruiter.

A drive for success and ability to prioritize requisitions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 22, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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