Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Build Your Career with Curtis Lumber!

People are the heart of everything we do. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Curtis Lumber, you'll play a critical role in attracting, hiring, and onboarding the talented individuals who drive our continued growth and success.

Founded in 1890, Curtis Lumber is a family-owned and operated company and one of the largest building material retailers in the country. We are proud of our people-first culture, commitment to community, and reputation as an employer where careers are built and employees are valued.

If you're a relationship-builder who enjoys connecting great people with meaningful career opportunities, we'd love to meet you.

Location

Full-Time | In-Person Corporate Office | Ballston Spa, NY

Why Join Curtis Lumber?

At Curtis Lumber, recruiting is more than filling positions. You'll have the opportunity to influence the future of our workforce, partner with leaders across the organization, and help shape the employee experience from first impression through onboarding.

As a member of our Human Resources team, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative, supportive work environment
• Meaningful opportunities to impact company growth
• Direct partnerships with leadership across the organization
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• A stable, family-owned company with over 135 years of success

What You'll Do

As our Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of positions across our organization.

Recruitment & Talent Sourcing

• Review applications and assess candidate qualifications
• Conduct phone screens and candidate pre-assessments
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for future hiring needs
• Identify and implement innovative sourcing strategies
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Manager to proactively recruit top talent
• Research and recommend new recruiting resources and technologies

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Collaborate closely with branch and department leaders to understand workforce needs
• Develop customized recruiting strategies for assigned openings
• Provide market insights and candidate feedback to hiring managers
• Ensure a positive and efficient recruitment process

Candidate Experience & Onboarding

• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• Guide candidates through the hiring process from application to offer
• Support onboarding activities and new hire integration
• Conduct regular follow-ups with new employees during their first year to ensure a successful transition

Community Engagement & Employer Branding

• Represent Curtis Lumber at job fairs, community events, and networking opportunities
• Build relationships with colleges, universities, workforce agencies, and community organizations
• Assist in growing our employer brand through online recruiting platforms and social media

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or related HR experience
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• The ability to effectively manage the stress of a high volume, fast paced role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting in retail, manufacturing, distribution, construction, or building materials industries
• Experience attending career fairs and conducting outreach events
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field

The Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Passionate about connecting people with opportunities
• Energetic, self-motivated, and results-driven
• Comfortable building relationships with candidates and leaders at all levels
• Creative in sourcing talent and solving hiring challenges
• Committed to providing an outstanding candidate experiences

Perks for Our People

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Bereavement Pay
• 529 College Savings Program
• Boot Reimbursement
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Ideal Retail Hours Supporting Work-Life Balance

Join a Company Where Careers Are Built

At Curtis Lumber, our culture is built on accountability, teamwork, safety, growth, and respect. Every employee contributes to our success, and we're committed to creating an environment where people can thrive professionally and personally.

Ready to help build the future of Curtis Lumber while building your own career? Apply today!

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