Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: Office - Urbandale, IA 50323Why WorldWide?

Worldwide Logistics in one of the fastest growing 3PLs is the country. We operate with reinforced core values, confidence, and take pride in the job that we do every day. The transportation world is rooted in relationships - we take pride in the connections that we create on and offsite by using our unique ability to partner with others. We have an innovative and progressive culture that allows for career growth and financial rewards.

Since 1999, WorldWide Logistics has grown exponentially leading to continuous rapid growth. This has given us the ability to build a brand new 76,000 square foot HQ building completed in 2023. Our new HQ features a modern amenity rich environment for employees including a café, numerous collaborative areas, food markets, a large outdoor patio seating area, and a quarter mile lighted walking path around a serene pond.

WorldWide Logistics is passionate about continuous improvement and seeking out individuals who are innovative, proactive, motivated, and coachable. One of our most impactful qualities is the ability to embrace challenges, grow through change, and encourage creativity to get ahead of the constant market variables.

Purpose of the Job:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to identify, attract, and hire qualified candidates who align with the company’s needs, culture, values, and priorities. This role partners with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, develops creative sourcing strategies, conducts interviews, coordinates pre-employment activities, and maintains accurate applicant records and reporting. The position also supports employee orientation, strengthens the company’s employment brand, and contributes to cost-effective recruiting programs that support organizational growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
Manage the full-cycle recruitment process from intake through offer acceptance and onboarding.
Proactively source passive candidates using networking, referrals, social media platforms, and other creative sourcing methods.
Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
Screen, interview, and assess candidates, presenting qualified talent and hiring recommendations to managers.
Develop compelling job postings and promote the company's employer brand across multiple recruiting channels.
Maintain accurate recruiting data and candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and other recruiting initiatives.
Support employer branding efforts by creating and sharing recruiting content across social media and other talent attraction channels.
Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the hiring process.
Proactively headhunt and engage passive candidates for specialized and hard-to-fill positions using targeted outreach, professional networking, industry research, social media, and résumé databases.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequirements

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
Proven experience sourcing and recruiting passive candidates using advanced sourcing techniques and professional networking.
Strong consultative approach with the ability to influence hiring decisions and partner effectively with business leaders.
Highly organized with exceptional time management, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
Strong analytical skills with experience using recruiting metrics to drive hiring decisions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Knowledge of employment laws and recruiting best practices.
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for continuous learning and staying current with recruiting trends and sourcing methodologies.

 Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle recruiting or Talent Acquisition experience required.
Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for candidate sourcing, tracking, and recruitment management; Paycom experience is a plus.
Experience recruiting for operations, sales, IT, corporate, or other professional positions preferred.
Experience recruiting in a high-growth, fast-paced environment is strongly preferred.

What's in it for You?

At WorldWide Logistics, we value our employees and believe in providing a positive work environment. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

Brand new HQ building in Urbandale off I-80/35
Opportunities for career advancement
Catered lunches and weekly food trucks
Monthly Employee Appreciation Day
Company Swag
Employee Clubs i.e., Gardening, Art, Book, Dungeons and Dragons, etc.
Bags Tournaments (Future outdoor recreation coming soon)
Community Involvement
Casual dress
PTO Plan
Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, voluntary life, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability, 401k with a match, voluntary ID Theft plan
Access to cutting-edge technology
A collaborative and supportive team culture
A company where your ideas are valued