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T alent Acquisition Specialist | $70,000–$75,000 DOE | Full-Time | On-Site | Columbus, NE What Matters Most: Annual salary of $70,000–$75,000, depending on experience Direct H ire opportunity Full-time, on-site position in Columbus, Nebraska Recruiting-focused role supporting construction, manufacturing, and corporate hiring Opportunity to build talent pipelines and support a growing organization Job Description: Put your recruiting skills to work with an established construction and manufacturing organization. As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will manage full-cycle recruiting, develop sourcing relationships, and connect qualified candidates with opportunities across construction field operations, shop production, and corporate teams. This position focuses on recruiting, candidate engagement, and talent pipeline development. You will partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, attract skilled professionals, and guide candidates from initial contact through offer acceptance and the transition to onboarding. Responsibilities: Manage full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer coordination. Partner with hiring managers to define position requirements and hiring priorities. Proactively recruit passive candidates for positions such as superintendents, project managers, drafters, welders, and shop personnel. Build and maintain candidate pipelines for current and anticipated openings. Develop relationships with trade schools, technical colleges, community colleges, and industry associations. Strengthen employee referral networks and represent the organization at career fairs and recruiting events. Maintain job board and LinkedIn postings and collaborate with marketing on recruiting content. Keep applicant tracking records current and provide updates on open positions, candidate activity, and anticipated fill dates. Maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process. Coordinate accepted offers, start dates, and first-day logistics with the appropriate internal teams. Qualifications and Requirements: At least one year of full-cycle recruiting experience; construction, manufacturing, or skilled-trades recruiting strongly preferred. Experience sourcing passive candidates through direct outreach, networking, LinkedIn Recruiter, or similar tools. Strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills. Ability to manage multiple openings and build productive relationships with candidates and hiring managers. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent recruiting experience considered. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel occasionally for recruiting events and site visits. Benefits and Perks: Direct hire placement with an established employer Opportunity to help shape recruiting strategies and employer visibility Variety across construction, manufacturing, and corporate searches Employer benefits details provided during the hiring process Your New Organization: Join a Columbus-based organization with more than 40 years of experience designing and constructing building facilities . With expanding commercial construction operations and an affiliated manufacturing division, this company offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on workforce growth. Your Career Partner: The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. In the spirit of pay transparency, the annual salary range for this position is $70,000–$75,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation. Compensation is determined based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

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