Our client is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage full-cycle recruiting for healthcare, direct care, and administrative positions supporting 24/7 operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining a steady pipeline of qualified candidates for clinical and support staff, including CNAs, CMAs, LPNs, and Habilitation Training Specialists (HTS). The ideal candidate will be highly organized, relationship-driven, and comfortable working in a high-volume recruiting environment.  

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (may require occasional evenings or weekends for career fairs and recruiting events)

Pay: $45,000 – $55,000 annually (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified healthcare and administrative candidates

• Proactively source talent through job boards, social media, professional networks, community partnerships, and referrals

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer extensions

• Utilize Paycom Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to track candidates, manage requisitions, and maintain accurate hiring records

• Partner with department leaders to assess staffing needs and anticipate future hiring demands

• Ensure recruiting practices comply with internal policies and Oklahoma DHS regulations

• Organize and attend career fairs, job events, and outreach activities to strengthen employer presence in the community

• Support onboarding efforts in coordination with HR to promote a positive candidate and new hire experience

• Track recruiting metrics to evaluate effectiveness and staffing outcomes

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required (Bachelor’s preferred)

• Minimum of 3 years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience, preferably in healthcare, long-term care, or I/DD services

• Experience recruiting for 24/7 operations or rotating shift environments strongly preferred

• Proficiency with Paycom ATS and HRIS systems required

• Knowledge of credentialing standards for CNA, CMA, LPN, and HTS roles preferred

• Strong sourcing skills, including Boolean search techniques and social recruiting

• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment

• High attention to detail with consistent follow-through

• Alignment with mission-driven, service-oriented work