Talent Acquisition Specialist

Join a dynamic and growing company specializing in landscaping and design-build services. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in building a skilled workforce that brings outdoor projects to life. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by recruiting talented field workers and supporting the company’s seasonal growth. The ideal candidate is passionate about connecting with people, values inclusivity, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for landscaping and design-build field positions, from job posting through onboarding.
• Conduct initial candidate screenings, schedule interviews, and facilitate hiring decisions in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Communicate with candidates in both English and Spanish, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Draft and post engaging, bilingual job advertisements on job boards, social media, and local community platforms.
• Monitor job ad performance and adjust outreach strategies to maximize candidate reach and engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with local workforce agencies, trade schools, and Spanish-speaking communities to develop a strong talent pipeline.
• Develop and promote employee referral programs to encourage internal participation in recruitment efforts.
• Ensure all hiring practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws, and maintain accurate documentation for audits and reporting.
• Stay current on safety standards and integrate them into recruitment and onboarding practices.
• Provide clear explanations of job expectations, schedules, and safety requirements to candidates and new hires.
• Support new hires during onboarding and gather feedback to continuously improve the recruitment process.
• Forecast staffing needs for peak landscaping seasons and coordinate with operations to align hiring timelines with project schedules.
• Develop strategies for rapid ramp-up and retention during high-demand periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both spoken and written.
• Experience recruiting for construction, landscaping, or skilled trades roles.
• Strong sourcing, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and work effectively in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
• Experience recruiting hourly field workers (preferred).
• Familiarity with seasonal hiring strategies (preferred).
• Strong community networking skills (preferred).