Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist

Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary

LBAPS is seeking a highly organized and proactive Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage our recruiting process from job posting through candidate screening. This role is responsible for maximizing the effectiveness of our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring qualified candidates move efficiently through the hiring pipeline while creating a positive candidate experience.

The ideal candidate has experience using modern ATS platforms, developing effective screening questions, optimizing recruiting workflows, and partnering with hiring managers to identify top talent.

Responsibilities

Recruiting & Candidate Management

• Manage the full recruiting workflow within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Review and screen incoming resumes against position requirements
• Conduct initial phone screens to assess qualifications, experience, and culture fit
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring process
• Ensure all applicant records are accurate, complete, and compliant

ATS Administration

• Configure and maintain job postings within the ATS
• Develop and optimize knockout questions, screening questionnaires, and application forms
• Create automated workflows to improve recruiting efficiency
• Monitor candidate pipelines and ensure timely movement through hiring stages
• Generate recruiting reports and hiring metrics
• Recommend improvements to ATS processes and recruiting workflows

Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs
• Develop effective job postings that attract qualified candidates
• Source candidates through job boards, professional networks, and other recruiting channels
• Build talent pipelines for high-volume and hard-to-fill positions
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from application through onboarding

Administrative Support

• Schedule interviews and hiring meetings
• Prepare offer letters and onboarding documentation
• Assist with new hire paperwork and pre-employment requirements
• Maintain confidentiality of applicant and employee information

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Strong resume screening and interviewing skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple open positions simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Preferred

• Experience configuring ATS workflows, screening questions, and application forms
• Experience recruiting healthcare professionals or clinical staff
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring best practices
• Experience with recruiting metrics and reporting
• HR or Talent Acquisition certification is a plus

Desired Skills

• Strong judgment in evaluating candidates
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize competing hiring needs
• Process improvement mindset
• Customer-service orientation with hiring managers and candidates
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing organization

Success in This Role

The successful candidate will:

• Consistently identify qualified candidates quickly
• Optimize ATS workflows to improve recruiting efficiency
• Reduce time-to-fill open positions
• Maintain accurate recruiting data and reporting
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience
• Partner effectively with hiring managers to meet staffing goals

I would also add these "must-have" qualifications to help filter applicants:

• Experience administering an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) such as BambooHR, Greenhouse, Workable, Lever, iCIMS, JazzHR, or similar.
• Experience creating pre-screening questions and automated candidate workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to screen high volumes of resumes and prioritize qualified candidates.
• Experience recruiting for healthcare, behavioral health, or multi-state organizations preferred.

These requirements will naturally attract recruiters who understand that an ATS is more than just a resume repository—they know how to configure it to improve recruiting outcomes. That sounds like the capability you're looking for at LBAPS.