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The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the Detroit Lions hire the best people who power our organization, especially on game days and within our early-career programs.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, energetic “go-getter” who thrives in keeping systems running smoothly, people informed, and details locked down. This role works with the Manager of Talent Acquisition to support recruiting operations, intern programming, interview scheduling, and candidate communication while helping the People Team identify and engage emerging talent.

This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and a service-oriented mindset. This role serves as a strategic talent partner for the roles that are foundational to making our team function. This talent partner will thrive on delivering an equitable, organized, and positive candidate and employee experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Talent Acquisition Specialist position will have daily responsibilities including, without limitation, the following:

Intern & Early Career Program Support

Oversee intern schedules, time tracking, and program logistics across departments to create a great program that connects emerging talent and gives them opportunities that last a lifetime
Assist with intern onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities
Help maintain accurate records related to interns and early-career talent programs

Recruiting & Talent Operations Support

Support the full recruitment lifecycle through coordination and administration, including:
- Interview scheduling
- Candidate communication
- Candidate screenings
- Offer letter processing
- Background check coordination
Maintain and update our applicant tracking system to ensure data accuracy and a positive candidate experience
Assist in posting jobs and ensuring postings remain accurate and up to date
Help identify and surface promising talent by assisting with resume reviews, sourcing efforts, candidate outreach, and interview participation

Talent Engagement

Help us find the best and brightest by supporting recruiting events and campus engagement efforts
Assist with maintaining talent pipelines and tracking potential future candidates
Act as an extra set of eyes, ears, and hands—jumping in wherever support is needed to keep recruitment and People Team processes moving

Cross-Team Collaboration & General Support

Partner closely with the People Team to ensure a connected and thoughtful employee experience
Support basic HR administrative tasks as needed (document management, tracking, coordination)
Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all People Team interactions

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Maintain professionalism when communicating with internal and external contacts
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Will keep appropriate information confidential
Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field required
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a recruitment-based role required; campus recruiting preferred
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems or HRIS platforms required (Ceridian Dayforce and Greenhouse experience preferred)
Experience with program management and internship program coordination preferred
Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple schedules, priorities, and requests simultaneously
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Comfort working with systems, data, and processes
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Collaborative, positive, and service-orientated mindset
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
May require work out of both the Ford Field Management Office and the Meijer Performance Center
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record
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