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Talent Acquisition Manager

Wappingers Falls, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=167+Myers+Corners+Road+Wappingers+Falls+NY+USA+12590) • Administration

Job Type

Full-time

Description

For over 60 years, Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most vibrant, independent lives. From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services—including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services—are designed to uplift every individual’s unique strengths and dreams.

We believe in the power of people—of every background, identity, and ability—to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work. If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

Position Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Manager will support strategies that contribute to organizational success in selecting, engaging, and developing employees, improving performance, and enhancing the experiences of the people we serve. The TA Manager will supervise and coordinate agency recruiting activities and strategies for all locations and departments, provide supervision to agency recruiters, and manage assigned caseload of specialty recruitment. This position is critical to bringing top talent to the agency and maintaining a pipeline of candidates to support program needs and employee retention.

Schedule:Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with flexibility to attend events outside regular work hours as needed

Pay Range:$74,000 - $80,000 commensurate with education and experience

Responsibilities:

+ Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business goals.

+ Manage full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, recruitment outreach, applicant screening, interview process, employment offers, and onboarding.

+ Coordinate intern and volunteer recruitment and placement.

+ Supervise and mentor recruiting team, ensuring adherence to procedures and an efficient and timely hiring process.

+ Train hiring managers on various policies and procedures related to hire requisitions, interviewing, candidate selection, and utilization of Applicant Tracking System.

+ Partner with hiring managers and leadership to understand staffing needs and role requirements.

+ May attend departmental meetings to familiarize staff with various policies and procedures.

+ Optimize recruitment tools and technology (e.g., ATS, job boards, social media platforms).

+ Track and analyze recruitment metrics to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

+ Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

+ Adhere to hiring, transfer, and promotional guidelines as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

+ Calculate union and non-union salaries in accordance with compensations strategies; make recommendations for salary adjustments as warranted or requested.

+ Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and best practices in recruitment.

+ May assist with employee development efforts across the agency.

+ May prepare reports and analyze data as directed.

+ Represents Abilities First, Inc. in a positive and professional manner.

+ Performs appropriate job-related activities as required by the immediate supervisor or as circumstances warrant.

+ Ensures that all communication is handled appropriately, professionally, and confidentially.

+ Demonstrates proficiency in all goals and skillsets required, on which performance will be evaluated.

+ Ensures all training and certifications required are current, and seeks further support and training where needed.

+ Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.

+ Adheres to the agency Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior which requires all employees, consultants, board members, volunteers, and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith, and respect for others and the law.

+ Perks & Benefits:

+ Time to Recharge – Vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time off

+ Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you covered

+ Plan For The Future – Retirement saving plan options

+ Level Up Your Skills– Tuition reimbursement and online training through the College of Direct Support (and to boost your earning potential)

+ Get Paid When You Need It – On Demand Pay gives you access to earnings as early as the next day

Requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, in order to perform the essential functions of this job, an individual shall be required to:

+ Have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

+ Perform work on a computer continuously and regularly throughout each workday.

+ Conduct business regularly over the phone and via virtual platforms.

+ Have the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, pivot and grasp with both hands in order to properly and safely handle files and equipment.

+ Possess verbal and written communication skills, in English, to ensure adequate, compliant documentation.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources with five (5) years’ experience working in human resources; a combination of experience and education may be deemed acceptable by the Director.

+ High volume recruitment experience required.

+ Supervisory experience or significant experience in a senior or lead recruiting role required.

+ Experience working in a union environment preferred.

+ Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Requires excellent analytical, organizational and computer skills, with the ability to work with strict confidentiality.

+ PHR / SHRM-CP preferred.

+ Current, valid, NYS driver’s license deemed acceptable by agency insurance carrier; reliable transportation to visit agency locations and attend recruiting events is required.